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Dollar Bank has expanded its Dollar Investment Services wealth management program to all 28 locations in Northeast Ohio, aiming to enhance customer financial services. The program offers investment services, financial planning, and personalized guidance. Cleveland native George Giolekas will oversee the initiative, supported by Cetera Financial Institutions. This strategic move reinforces Dollar Bank’s commitment to delivering comprehensive wealth management solutions and personalized financial advice to its clients, helping them secure their financial futures.
Cleveland, Ohio
Dollar Bank has announced the expansion of its Dollar Investment Services wealth management program across all 28 of its locations in Northeast Ohio. The program aims to enhance financial services by offering a suite of investment services, financial planning, and personalized financial guidance to its customers.
This significant expansion reflects the bank’s commitment to providing customers with the necessary tools, expertise, and service to manage their financial well-being effectively. The program is designed to grant clients direct access to investment professionals who can assist with various financial matters, including portfolio strategies, retirement planning, insurance solutions, and wealth transfer strategies.
To oversee this expansion in the Northeastern region, Dollar Bank has appointed George Giolekas, a Cleveland native with 26 years of experience in the financial services industry. His expertise will be crucial in delivering the newly enhanced wealth management services to clients across the bank’s myriad of locations.
The launch of the wealth management program is supported by Cetera Financial Institutions, which is backing Dollar Bank’s investment services by providing essential tools, technology, and wealth management expertise. Cetera Investment Services’ president and CEO, LeAnn Rummel, noted that the expansion signifies Dollar Bank’s dedication to offering personalized financial guidance coupled with comprehensive wealth management solutions.
Assistant Vice President and Wealth Management Director Theresa Morrissey emphasized the program’s unique value by asserting that offering personalized advice where clients routinely manage their banking needs is of utmost importance. This integration provides a seamless approach to banking and investment for customers, ensuring they have the support they need within the same establishment.
Dollar Bank has a rich history that spans 170 years, during which it has built a foundation focused on fostering community relationships and providing accessible banking services. This focus aids customers in securing their financial futures with confidence. As of July 2025, Dollar Bank reported substantial financial standing with total assets amounting to $12 billion, total loans of $9.4 billion, and total deposits of $9.6 billion.
The expansion of Dollar Investment Services marks a strategic move by Dollar Bank to meet the evolving needs of its clientele in a competitive financial landscape. By providing personalized financial guidance and a robust suite of wealth management services, Dollar Bank positions itself as a proactive partner in the financial success of its customers.
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