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Consultants and Builders, Inc. was recently selected to build out several restaurant locations for Chicken Salad Chick in Orlando, FL. The first 2,200 SF restaurant, set to open this summer, will be located in the Plaza at University at 12101 University Blvd, Suite 201, Orlando, FL 32817.

Tyler Williams, President of CBI, states, “While CBI still has dozens of financial clients in the Southeast, we see huge benefits from partnering with growing restaurant chains such as Chicken Salad Chick. Banking has changed dramatically in the past decade and as financial institutions continue to evolve and think like retailers, it is a natural fit for us to expand into the restaurant and retail markets. We are excited about this opportunity and look forward to working with the newest franchise of Chicken Salad Chick in Orlando.”

Chicken Salad Chick, one of NRN’s 2015 Breakout Brands, puts an edgy twist on a southern classic, offering guests a “custom-fit” chicken salad experience with 15 original flavors to choose from, as well as gourmet soups, flavorful side salads and freshly-baked desserts. They were recently named as the top chicken salad in the country to try in the March/April issue of Cooking with Paula Deen, as well as one of QSR’s “Ones to Watch”.  The Auburn, Alabama-based chain has 30 locations in the Southeast.

On Wednesday, March 25th, LGE Community Credit Union broke ground for its new branch which will be located in Canton, GA. The 4,000 SF branch will feature advanced function ATMs for all transactions along with engagement stations nearby for meeting with members to discuss their financial needs. In addition to conventional financial transactions, the Canton branch will offer Insurance, Investments, Real Estate/Mortgage Lending and Traditional Lending, including auto and personal loans. The facility will feature the branded look and feel of LGE Community Credit Union facilities. Personal bankers will greet members and guests as they enter the facility in the defined engagement zone. CBI designed and is building the new branch which is slated to open in October of 2015.

Tyler & Norman from our CBI team are exhibiting at CUNA GAC this week! One hundred million credit union memberships is a significant milestone. It’s proof that Americans value the credit union difference and it reinforces that Americans want financial service alternatives that offer real choices and put them first. It’s time to celebrate and time to leverage the opportunity. Let’s do both this year.

GP Louisiana Federal Credit Union is based in Zachary, LA, near the Georgia Pacific Pulp and Paper Mill it originally served.  CBI was recently selected to design and build a new main office for the credit union in Zachary.  The 4,700 sf building will have a traditional exterior featuring a welcoming front porch with ceiling fans and rocking chairs where members can take time out to relax while handling their financial business. A nice outdoor pavilion to serve members and employees will also be included. The facility’s interior will have a transitional design featuring an on-line banking center, a 4 person teller line, a board room and a waiting area with a coffee bar and TV for member convenience. The building will also feature a drive thru with an ATM to give members added convenience. The new main office is slated to open in the 3rd quarter of 2015.

We are looking forward to visiting with you at CUNA GAC, Booth #443. We stand tall in this specialized business of designing, building, remodeling and branding for our credit union partners. Come share your vision for credit union growth and the utilization of increased branch technology to enhance the credit union’s culture of excellence in member service.

CBI recently became a supporting member of Southface. Since 1978, Southface has been committed to promoting sustainable homes, workplaces and communities through education, research, advocacy and technical assistance.  CBI is also committed to the implementation of sustainable design and can provide a wide range of green design and construction services. By supporting Southface, we are able to help continue to advance sustainable development throughout the Southeast. Please contact us today if we can provide you with sustainable design services.