Erik Knoche is a Senior Advisor at FNBO, bringing 15 years of comprehensive banking experience to help business owners navigate growth challenges and optimize their financial strategies. His work focuses on building enduring relationships through honesty, transparency, and integrity while providing practical solutions for cash flow management, business expansion, and strategic growth planning. Erik's hands-on approach combines deep industry knowledge with a commitment to same-day responsiveness, helping clients address complex financial decisions with confidence and clarity.

Credentials

Erik's banking career spans both retail and commercial sectors, where he has guided countless business owners through critical transitions including facility acquisitions, multi-location expansions, cash flow optimization, and debt consolidation strategies. His extensive experience across diverse banking scenarios brings invaluable perspective to each client relationship. Whether helping establish new business locations or restructuring existing operations, Erik leverages his practical expertise to deliver solutions that drive measurable results. He earned an Associate of Arts degree from a community college in Northwest Colorado, building his professional expertise through progressive roles and real-world application in the banking industry.

Passions

For Erik, life revolves around family and the great outdoors. As a Colorado native, he embraces an active lifestyle with his wife and two boys, spending summers camping and fishing throughout the state's pristine wilderness areas. An avid mountaineer, Erik has summited several of Colorado's challenging 14,000-foot peaks, reflecting his determination and goal-oriented approach. The family also enjoys traveling to experience different cultures and perspectives. Erik extends his commitment to community growth through his service on The Success Foundation Board, where he serves as Chair of Resource Development, dedicated to creating positive impact both professionally and personally.