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:  

• Bank of Bozeman, Mont.  

• Texas Traditions Bank in Katy, Texas. 

• Peoples Bank & Trust in Buford, Ga.  

• Olympia Federal Savings in Olympia, Wash.  

• 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.   

SEE THE LIST