EXIM Names First National Bank of Pennsylvania Lender of the Year for Expanding Support to U.S. Exporters

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) has named First National Bank of Pennsylvania (FNB) the Lender of the Year, recognizing its long-standing partnership with EXIM and its continued commitment to supporting U.S. exporters through the Working Capital Guarantee Program.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, First National Bank of Pennsylvania, the largest subsidiary of F.N.B. Corporation, has been a long-standing EXIM partner since 2009, serving as a delegated authority lender under the Working Capital Guarantee Program. Over that time, it has supported U.S. exporters with approximately $75 million in cumulative EXIM-authorized financing, helping businesses access the liquidity needed to compete and grow in international markets.

"Access to working capital is often the difference between an exporter who grows and one who can't get off the ground, and partners like First National Bank understand that," said EXIM President and Chairman John Jovanovic. "They make sure small and mid-sized businesses have the financial tools they need to hire, expand, and compete internationally."

This effort has contributed to strong retention across EXIM-supported facilities and meaningful growth in key working capital relationships, strengthening access to trade finance for U.S. exporters.

"FNB's strong partnership with EXIM connects U.S. businesses with the tools and confidence to compete on a global scale," said Yenner Karto, Managing Director and Head of International Banking for FNB. "Our leadership team is committed to ensuring we have comprehensive products and services to serve our clients. It is an honor to receive this award and to contribute to the growth and profitability of the companies that form the foundation of U.S. economic success."

This recognition reflects FNB's strong execution of EXIM-guaranteed financing, its active engagement with clients on export finance solutions, and its continued partnership with the Bank to support U.S. exporters. Together, these efforts have helped ensure that U.S. exporters, particularly small and mid-sized enterprises, have access to the working capital needed to compete in global markets.

ABOUT EXIM:

As the United States government's official export credit agency, the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) supports American jobs by facilitating U.S. exports. As an independent agency, EXIM plays a critical role in supporting economic growth, securing critical supply chains, and ensuring American businesses are given a fighting chance. To achieve this mission, EXIM offers financing including export credit insurance, working capital guarantees, loan guarantees, and direct loans. Learn more at https://www.exim.gov.

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