Best Banks to Work For

The New Hampshire bank’s storytelling programs have helped staffers establish relationships that go far beyond water cooler talk.

Rick Wardlaw at Bank Independent in Alabama gets results by adhering to the servant-leadership model.

There are roughly 10,000 banks and credit unions in the United States, so how does a financial institution stand out from the crowd when it comes to recruiting top talent?

There are roughly 10,000 banks and credit unions in the United States, so how does a financial institution stand out from the crowd when it comes to recruiting top talent?

Management at the Oklahoma City bank prides itself on listening to employees, and embracing the volunteer policy suggested by the chief marketing officer is just one example of that.

It can be difficult to measure the effectiveness of the wellness programs that banks offer to employees to help keep morale high, stay competitive in recruiting and lower health care expenses.

When H. Lynn Harton joined United Community Bank seven years ago, he knew he was on track to eventually become CEO. But he still felt he had to earn it.

Executives of the Wisconsin bank realized employees weren't getting enough direction so they adopted a strategy that breaks objectives into smaller steps.

Many of the 85 banks on our seventh annual Best Banks to Work For list have novel approaches to leadership, communication and more.

Executives at Atlantic Capital Bank had to take a hard look at its strategy and culture after the acquisition of First Security Group dampened employee morale.