Social-first initiative combines football strategy with financial education to empower young audiences and strengthen community impact across Ohio
CLEVELAND, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --Â Today, KeyBank (NYSE: KEY) proudly announced a dynamic new partnership with Jeremiah Smith, wide receiver for The Ohio State Buckeyes and one of college football's top athletes. The collaboration marks a strategic move by Key to deepen engagement across communities in its home state of Ohio and connect with younger audiences through shared values of education, empowerment and community impact.
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