Even as one of the state’s largest independent banks, Hills Bank & Trust Co. has developed a reputation for small-town service, leading the institution to its 10th win and entry into the Best of Hall of Fame as Best Bank. In addition to its standing offer of coffee and cookies, Hills Bank hosts a variety of family-friendly activities and events, such as chick hatching in the spring and summer educational programs like Lemon Boss, where kids ages 5-12 are supported in starting their own lemonade stand while learning about finances and customer service.
Of course, when it comes to being Best Bank, it’s about more than just making customers feel good. Hills has continued to expand its footprint, and now counts 19 offices in Johnson, Linn and Washington counties, with more than 500 employees and $2.2 billion in total deposits as of March 31. Its services include a wide range of loan, deposit, trust and risk management products for commercial businesses, real estate investors and professionals. “We appreciate the opportunity to serve the Corridor and take pride in doing business in the communities where we live and work,” President and CEO Dwight Seegmiller said.
– Emily Bettridge
BEST BANK
TIMES ON LIST:
10 Times on Best of List (HOF entrant)
RUNNERS UP:
Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, U.S. Bank
BEST COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE LENDER
TIMES ON LIST:
7 Times on Best of List
RUNNERS UP:
Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, MidWestOne Bank (TIE), University of Iowa Community Credit Union (TIE)
