Iowa State Bank and Trust Company, headquartered in Fairfield, has been named one of the nation’s most extraordinary banks by The Institute for Extraordinary Banking, according to a press release from the organization.
The bank was honored with the prestigious Banky Award, a national recognition reserved for the strongest community banks that consistently deliver extraordinary impact in their local communities. The award is designed to help individuals and businesses identify banks committed to serving and strengthening their communities.
Aaron Kness, President and CEO of Iowa State Bank and Trust, said the recognition reflects the work of the entire team. “This award belongs to our customers and the extraordinary team at Iowa State Bank and Trust who serve them every day,” Kness said. “Our success is built on a foundation of trust earned through listening, thoughtful guidance, and a commitment to following through on our commitments. Receiving the Banky Award is a proud milestone that reflects how far our organization has come. More importantly, it helps us amplify our story centered on keeping local capital working locally to create a powerful ripple effect across every community we serve.”
Roxanne Emmerich, Chair and Founder of The Institute for Extraordinary Banking, praised this year’s honorees. “Community banks recognize the aspirations, dreams, and silent hopes of small businesses and families,” Emmerich said. “The heart and soul of an extraordinary bank is its visionary blueprint for its community’s success — and its commitment to making that vision real. This year’s honorees embody that standard of excellence.”
The Extraordinary Banking Awards celebrate the essential role community banks play in fueling small business growth, elevating local economies, and serving the communities they call home.
