We’d Rather Pay You
For over ten years now, BankBound has had one job: help banks and credit unions grow. Month over month, and institution by institution. That focus hasn’t changed, and neither has the thing that’s always driven our best new partnerships. A warm introduction from someone who already knows us.
So we decided to make it official.
The Banking World Is Small (in the Best Way)
If you’ve been in this industry for any length of time, you know the community runs on relationships. You run into the same faces at conferences, you swap war stories with peers you’ve known for years, and you hear the same frustrations echo across the industry: agencies that don’t understand banking, marketing programs that don’t move the needle, and growth that stalls out right when it should be accelerating.
That gap is precisely why we exist, and the one we aim to close. And more often than not, the people who could use us the most are already in your network, but they’re just not familiar with BankBound yet.
Queue your grand entrance, because this is where you come in.
Introducing the BankBound Partner Referral Program
Here’s our thinking: instead of pouring more of our advertising budget into some multi-billion dollar ad platform, we’d rather invest it back into the people who already believe in what we’re building. Our partners and friends can do a lot more with that money than a Google algorithm can.
So if you know a bank or credit union that’s ready to grow (and you’re willing to make an introduction) we want to send you a very real thank you.
Who’s a Good Fit to Refer?
We know what you’re thinking. You’re not about to hand a competitive advantage to the institution across the street, and we’d never ask you to. But chances are, your network extends a lot further than your backyard.
Think about the last conference you attended. Who did you grab coffee with? Who are the peers you only see once or twice a year because they’re three states away? They’re not your competition, but they’re almost certainly facing the same growth challenges you were.
Or maybe you know a community bank or credit union that focuses on a completely different niche. You’re all about commercial lending, and they’re deep in retail and mortgages. There is zero overlap, but a perfect fit for what we do.
And then there’s the frustrated marketer. You’ve heard them at industry events. You know, the one venting about their agency that just doesn’t “get” banking. If you know that person, they’ll thank you for the introduction long after it’s over.
Here’s How It Works
We kept this intentionally simple.
Step 1 — Make the Introduction ($50 thank you) All it takes is a warm intro email or a quick CC on an email to get us connected. If we hop on a discovery call with your referral, you get a $50 gift card of your choice. Starbucks, Amazon, Uber Eats, Crumbl Cookies (those have been a big hit, just saying). No strings, no waiting, just a quick thanks for making the connection.
Step 2 — They Sign On ($250 reward) If your referral decides to partner with us, that’s when the real fun starts. You pick your prize, up to $250:
- The Hero Credit — We knock $250 off your next invoice. Your CFO will notice and they will thank you. You’re welcome.
- The Office Favorite — We’ll cover a $250 team lunch. Pick your favorite restaurant and we’ll cater it for your whole staff and you’ll be the office hero for the rest of the week.
- The Charity Giveback — We’ll donate $250 to a charity of your choice in your name and shout it out on social media. A win for your community and a win for your bank’s reputation.
- The Level-Up — Got a marketing course or certification you’ve been eyeing? We’ll cover up to $250 to help you grow your career. Learning never stops, and we want to invest in you.
You Don’t Have to Be a Current Client
Anyone in the industry can participate. If you know us, believe in what we’re doing, and have this referral program on file (the auditors appreciate it), you’re in. It’s that simple.
Making a Referral Is Easy
No forms. No portals. Just copy and paste a name or two into an email, or CC us on a warm introduction and we’ll take it from there. We’ll keep you updated every step of the way, so you always know when your rewards are on their way.
A Note on Compliance
Don’t stress, we designed this program with banking compliance in mind. Because we know your institution has policies you need to follow, and we respect that. All reward tiers fall within a $300 annual cap per individual, which aligns with widely recognized industry gift standards.
If your institution has stricter internal limits, no problem. We’re happy to work with you on a case-by-case basis. Whether that means routing the reward as a service credit or a charitable donation. The goal is always to make sure you’re covered and comfortable.
If you’ve seen what BankBound can do and you know someone who could use the same, let’s grow together.