Volksbank Styria: Regional strength for sustainable projects

Volksbank Styria: Regional strength for sustainable projects

On October 30, 2024, the representatives of Volksbank Styria came together in the branch in Leibnitz to form a press breakfast to present their current business figures and the sustainable business model. Board director Hannes Zwanzger, regional manager Christian Ulrich and branch manager Philipp Hofer were present. They were satisfied with the positive development of the bank in the region of southern Weststeiermark.

Hannes Zwanzger emphasized that the Volksbank business model is a special feature in the region, since it is aimed exclusively for the needs of Styrian private customers and companies. "We only offer loans to local customers. This distinguishes us from many other banks," he said. This regional orientation should contribute sustainably to economic development.

unique business model

The concept of Volksbank is based on the idea of ​​a cooperative, which means that both customers and employees are co -owners of the bank. "With the deposits of our customers, we create local resources that benefit the region," continued Zwanzger. An important feature of this cooperative structure is the loyalty bonus program, which offers co -owners special advantages.

The use of the profits that the bank generates also plays a central role. This year, 300,000 euros are available to promote regional projects. Clubs and companies can submit their ideas at www.volksbank-welt.at to benefit from this support. "We firmly believe that 55 % of Austrians want to make a contribution to society," remarked Zwanzger.

regional projects realize

The bank enables grants between 1,000 and 7,500 euros to apply for various projects that can be submitted by clubs and legal entities, regardless of whether they are the Volksbank customers. The decision on funding is made in a two -stage procedure that is initially completed by the Volksbank and then by a digital voting. The key date for the submissions is December 31, 2024.

The total asset of Volksbank Styria AG is currently an impressive 2.82 billion euros. In the southern-West Styria region, the business volume rose to 1.12 billion euros, with customer loans of 575 million euros. Particularly noteworthy is the strong increase in the securities volume of 86 million euros in the region. These numbers reflect the trust of customers in the bank and their offers.

Volksbank Styria strives to be the house bank for its customers and wants to focus on personal advice. "We want to step into an exchange with our customers. Our branch in Leibnitz should be a place where customers and employees feel good," said Zwanzger, adding that the state of Styria with 650 members in the owner club and a total of 20,400 customers in the region forms a solid basis in order to continue to grow.

The fact that the bank also focuses on the younger generation is shown in the offers for financial education for children and adolescents. Propurist Ulrich emphasized that this is a solid basis for future customer growth.

Further information and details on the current developments and the offers of the Volksbank can also be found in a comprehensive report on www.leibnitzaktuell.at .