The Citizens today announced that it has become the Official Bank of the New York Giants, as well as the Presenting Partner and Official Bank of the NJ Devils and its home stadium, the Prudential Center, in Newark, NJ.
“We look forward to welcoming fans to Giants and Devils games this fall as well as concerts and special events at the Prudential Center,” said Beth Johnson, Chief Experience Officer, Citizens. “As we grow in New York and New Jersey, we are proud to support these teams and their fans, and appreciate the opportunity to engage with current and potential customers.”
Citizen signage will be visible at the Giants’ training camp this summer, and Citizen advertising will appear in the Giants’ training camp report on MSG. The Prudential Center tower at the corner of Mulberry Street and Edison Place in Newark will be renamed Citizens Tower. Citizen “Game Ready Bankers” will interact with Giants and Devils home game attendees, enhancing their experience with fan-friendly activities, digital engagements and more. Additionally, the Citizens brand will be featured and visible at games as well as on team broadcasts, digital and social channels.
Citizens entered the New York City subway market through the acquisition of HSBC’s East Coast branches in February 2022, with over 60 branches conveniently located in the region. It completed its acquisition of New Jersey-based Investors Bank in April and will convert all of its branches to Citizens in the first quarter of 2023. When complete, the bank will have more than 200 branches located in the major city of New York, Long Island, and throughout New Jersey.
As part of Citizens’ strong commitment to understanding and supporting the neighborhoods it serves, Citizens will partner with the Giants to announce a community program later this summer that meets local needs, building on initiatives previously advertised in Chinatown and Queens. The company will announce a similar initiative with the Devils this fall.
In April, Citizens joined LISC NYC, Asian Americans for Equality (AAFE), and Renaissance Economic Development Corporation (EDC) to launch the “Citizens Chinatown Renewal Fund,” a grant program focused on supporting small businesses in Chinatown. . In May, Citizens announced a new initiative, launched in partnership with Pursuit, Rockaway Development & Revitalization Corporation, and Ocean Bay Community Development Corporation, to focus on much-needed technical training and career counseling in Queens.
About Citizens Financial Group, Inc.
Citizens Financial Group, Inc. is one of the nation’s oldest and largest financial institutions, with $226.7 billion in assets as of June 30, 2022. Headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, Citizens offers a wide range of retail and commercial banking products and services for individuals, small businesses, ETIs, large corporations and institutions. Citizens helps its clients reach their potential by listening to them and understanding their needs in order to offer advice, ideas and tailor-made solutions. In Consumer Banking, Citizens offers an integrated experience that includes mobile and online banking, a full-service customer contact center, and the convenience of approximately 3,300 ATMs and approximately 1,200 branches in 14 states and the district. of Columbia. Consumer Banking’s products and services include a full range of banking, lending, savings, wealth management and small business offerings. In commercial banking, Citizens offers a wide range of financial products and solutions, including lending and leasing services, deposit and cash management services, foreign exchange risk management solutions, interest rate interest and commodities, as well as loan syndication, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and debt and equity markets capabilities. More information is available at www.citizensbank.com or visit us on Twitter, LinkedIn or Facebook.
About the New York Soccer Giants
The National Football League‘s flagship franchise, the New York Football Giants began play in 1925. The Giants have won eight championships: 1927, 1934, 1938, 1956, 1986, 1990, 2007 and 2011. After winning two titles in five years, the Giants are the only NFL franchise to have won the Super Bowl in four consecutive decades. Based at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, NJ, the Giants enter their 98th season of play this fall. For more information, visit www.giants.com.
About the New Jersey Devils:
The New Jersey Devils are part of the 32-team National Hockey League, with teams across the United States and Canada. Established in 1982, they are celebrating their 40th season in the Garden State. During that time, the team won three Stanley Cup championships: 1995, 2000 and 2003. Follow the Devils at www.NewJerseyDevils.com, on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. The New Jersey Devils organization is owned by Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment.
About Prudential Center:
The Prudential Center is the world-class sports and entertainment center located in downtown Newark, New Jersey. Opened in October 2007, the state-of-the-art arena is home to the three-time National Hockey League (NHL) Stanley Cup champion New Jersey Devils, Seton University’s NCAA Division I men’s basketball program Hall and more than 175 concerts. , family shows and special events every year. The arena is also home to the GRAMMY Museum Experience Prudential Center, which opened to the public in October 2017. The 8,200 square foot experience marks the GRAMMY Museum’s first outpost on the East Coast and features a dynamic combination of educational programs and interactive permanent and traveling exhibits, including a spotlight on New Jersey’s legendary GRAMMY winners. Ranked in the Top 8 nationally by Pollstar, Billboard and Venues Today, the Prudential Center is recognized as one of the best venues in the United States and welcomes more than 2 million guests each year. For more information about Prudential Center, visit PruCenter.com and follow the arena on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @PruCenter. The Prudential Center is a property of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment.
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