Here in Wilmington it is more than one trend to be outside. It is a way of life. With the mild climate and charm of the region's coast, outdoor areas have become extensions of the house – and the Backyard specialist helps families to optimally use this room.
Backyard Specialist designs and installs structures such as pergolas, pavilions and scales, all of which were adapted to increase the outdoor life. Like the business scaled, also his operational needs. Like many project -based companies, the management of the cash flow through these cycles is a decisive component for maintaining growth.
The Southern Bank entered there. “I had no idea that I was not satisfied with my bank. But when I was everything you could offer, it was incredible,” says Jennifer Robbins, owner of Backyard Specialist. “In order to get interest in my business account, it is like a money found … and the remote deposits are also great.”
The Wilmington branch of Southern supports small companies in the region with tools that are tailored to real challenges, including seasonal or project-based people. With offers such as flexible loans, financial services and business exams, we help business owners to manage time gaps between project costs and customer payments.
What distinguishes south is Robbins our local presence and our relationship approach.
“One thing that really stands out to me is that they are trustworthy,” says Robbins about her relationship with Brad Merritt, a loan at Southern Bank. “You are interested in the questions I have and interested in helping me find solutions. And that means a lot.”
At Southern, our business banking team understands that the timing is everything in a build, whether it is materials, paying subcontractors or navigation in the event of unexpected delays. By taking time to understand the workflow and the goals of the backyard specialist, we helped the business plan and prepared for the future.
Today the Backyard specialist extends its reach in the region and drives with persistent interest in functional, stylish outdoor spaces. Regardless of whether families create shady areas to escape the summer sun, or add entertainment in the outer kitchens for the whole year, the demand does not show any signs of slowing down.
And thanks to your partnership with Southern, the Backyard Specialist team can concentrate on what you can do best: beautiful backyards – and a strong local business.
“It's easy to refer you,” says Robbins. “And when I found out, they were the number 1 bank [on Forbes’ list of Best Banks of 2025]I thought Wow, I really made the right choice. ”
Visit our website today to find out what Southern Bank can do for your company. You can explore account options and receive the individual instructions you need to continue with confidence.
Southern Bank is a 100 % subsidiary of Southern Bancshares (NC), Inc. with its company center in Mount Olive, North Carolina, has total assets of over 5 billion US dollars and 60 locations in East North Carolina and Southeastern Virginia.