OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE MONTANA INDEPENDENT BANKERS ASSOCIATION

Pub. 11 2023 Issue 2

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Community Banker Pub 11 2023 Issue 2

Bank of Montana Wins Prestigious Award

MIB would like to congratulate Bank of Montana for receiving the award at the ICBA National Convention for the Best Community Banks to Work For in 2022 with assets under $250 million. In addition, they were one of the top-performing and most profitable banks in the United States. This award coincided with the celebration of the bank’s 15 years in business, demonstrating that the positive work environment, compensation, leadership and culture, opportunities for advancement, and recognition have made the Bank of Montana worth recognizing.

CFPB Announces New Community Bank Council Members

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced the appointment of new members to the Community Bank Advisory Council and other advisory boards. The CBAC advises and consults with the bureau on consumer financial issues related to community banks.

The CBAC’s new members are:

  • Anita Drentlaw of New Market Bank in Elko New Market, MN
  • Bruce Hoyer of Belt Valley Bank in Belt, MT
  • Carlos Naudon of Ponce Bank and Ponce Financial Group, Inc. in the Bronx, NY
  • Ignacio Urrabazo, Jr. of Commerce Bank in Laredo, TX

Its existing members are:

  • Mary Buche of Lead Bank in Kansas City, MO
  • Barry Anderson of F&M Bank in Crescent, OK
  • Todd McDonald of Liberty Bank and Trust in New Orleans, LA
  • Michael Tucker of Greenfield Cooperative Bank in Greenfield, MA

MIB extends its congratulations to MIB member Bruce Hoyer for this appointment.