Independent Banker honors best community banks to work for
This month’s Independent Banker magazine recognizes the best community banks to work for, as nominated and scored by bank employees.
Details: The list features five of the industry’s top employers across five asset classes—less than $250 million in assets, $251 million to $500 million, $501 million to $750 million, $751 million to $1 billion, and more than $1 billion.
2025 Honorees: This year’s Best Community Banks to Work For are:
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Bank of Bozeman, Mont.
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Texas Traditions Bank in Katy, Texas.
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Peoples Bank & Trust in Buford, Ga.
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Olympia Federal Savings in Olympia, Wash.
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Peoples Bank in Lubbock, Texas.
Impact: In a national news release, ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey applauded this year’s honorees for promoting a people-first culture that creates spaces where employees are valued, engaged, and driven to better their communities.
More: The December edition of Independent Banker also includes articles on the impact of credit union acquisitions of community banks, empowering employees to drive innovation, streamlining vendor management, and more.
Access: The magazine is available on the Independent Banker website and via the digital edition. Community bankers also can subscribe to Independent Banker’s newsletter to receive the magazine via email.