We are proud to announce Fortuna Bank as the recipient of the 2025 Publisher’s Award at the OhioMBE Awards. This recognition honors Fortuna Bank’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurs, advancing equity, and transforming access to financial opportunities in our community.
About Fortuna Bank
Fortuna Bank is a women-owned community bank based in Grandview Heights, Ohio. It was founded with a mission to lift women beyond barriers to financial success and to create a more inclusive banking experience. Fortuna offers personalized services designed to support small businesses, professionals, and individuals through every stage of their financial journey.
With more than 300 shareholders—over 75 percent of whom are women—Fortuna Bank represents a new generation of financial leadership that values connection, collaboration, and community. Under the leadership of President and CEO Ilaria Rawlins, the bank has become a model for mission-driven growth and financial inclusion.
Why We Honor Fortuna Bank
Fortuna Bank stands as an inspiring example of what happens when innovation meets purpose. Its leadership team is redefining what community banking looks like—prioritizing relationships, education, and empowerment over transactions. Fortuna’s commitment to equity, entrepreneurship, and access to capital aligns perfectly with the mission of the OhioMBE Awards to celebrate businesses making a difference across Ohio.
Join us in congratulating Fortuna Bank, the 2025 Publisher’s Award Honoree, for its leadership and dedication to economic empowerment.
