Altabank
Lindsay Berndt, vice president/retail branch manager at Altabank’s flagship American Fork Branch, has been named to Utah Valley BusinessQ Magazine’s 40 Under 40 for 2025, an honor recognizing individuals who demonstrate leadership and professional accomplishment. As the leader of Altabank’s largest branch, Lindsay manages a team of 12 front-line bankers who work with some of the bank’s longest tenured customers. She has been with Altabank for 16 years.
Bank of Utah
Bank of Utah Named Title Sponsor of PGA TOUR’s Utah Event
The PGA TOUR and Black Desert Resort welcome Bank of Utah as the title sponsor of the TOUR’s Utah event, renamed the Bank of Utah Championship. Following its historic debut in 2024 — the first PGA TOUR tournament held in Utah in more than 60 years — the championship will return to Southern Utah’s Greater Zion region from Oct. 23-26, 2025.
“After celebrating a successful return to Utah last year, the PGA TOUR is pleased to introduce Bank of Utah as the title sponsor of our event at Black Desert Resort, which received rave reviews from TOUR players and families following the inaugural 2024 tournament,” said Tyler Dennis, PGA TOUR chief competitions officer. “The Bank of Utah Championship is staged in one of the most unique settings found on the PGA TOUR schedule, and we are eager to welcome a proud Utah company into the fold ahead of the second rendition later this fall.”
“Utah is an iconic place of striking beauty and innovative spirit — and Black Desert Resort captures both,” said Branden P. Hansen, president of Bank of Utah. “As Utah grows into a premier destination for professional sports, we’re proud to invest in events that elevate our state, strengthen local economies and create meaningful experiences for our clients and communities. This partnership is more than a sponsorship — it celebrates what makes Utah exceptional and serves as a powerful platform to drive long-term impact across the state.”
Bank of Utah Racks Up Best Bank Awards
Bank of Utah was honored with two major recognitions in the 2025 Best of Northern Utah Awards: Gold for Best Bank and Silver for Best Mortgage Lender in Cache Valley. The bank also won Gold for Best Mortgage Lender and Silver for Best Bank in the 2025 Best Southern Utah Awards.
Over the past four years, Bank of Utah has earned a total of four gold and two silver Best of Northern Utah Awards, a testament to the strength of its customer relationships and commitment to community banking.
Bank of Utah Board Chairman Frank Browning Honored with Brent Richards Legacy Award
Frank Browning, chairman of the board at Bank of Utah, was honored with the Brent Richards Legacy Award by the Ogden Rotary Club on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at the Ogden Eccles Conference Center. The award recognizes Browning’s decades-long dedication to serving the Weber County community.
A lifelong resident of Ogden, Browning has quietly and consistently made a difference through hands-on volunteerism, particularly in mentoring youth. He has served in a variety of leadership roles in the Boy Scouts of America, including scoutmaster and president of the Trapper Trails Council, and has spent countless hours coaching youth basketball and soccer.
CCBank
CCBank Launches Ag Lending Group
CCBank launched its agriculture lending group, expanding the bank’s community lending program to meet the specialized capital needs of farmers, ranchers and ag-related businesses in the Mountain West. The team is locally based in Spanish Fork, Utah, and is ready to serve the financing needs of the ag industry.
“Producers feed our families, protect open spaces and anchor rural economies,” said Matt Field, president of CCBank. “But they can’t focus on their important role in our communities without reliable, affordable capital delivered by a community bank such as ours. Our ag lending group understands the agriculture industry, and we are pleased to offer industry-leading products and services along with national expertise. Our new ag lending team ensures that the know-how and important access to capital is delivered in a thoughtful, personalized way to this critical industry.”
Learn more about CCBank’s agriculture loans.
Central Bank
Central Bank to Rebuild its Historic 1892 Bank Building in Downtown Springville
Central Bank announced the construction and revitalization of its historic downtown Springville location to match the original 1892 building. Under the vision and leadership of Bank President Mark Packard, the bank is embarking on a historic project to rebuild its original bank building on Main Street, first constructed by the Packard family in 1892.
“Central Bank has always been deeply rooted in the community, and this project is a testament to our commitment to preserving our heritage while preparing for the future,” said Packard. “Our goal is to honor the past by revitalizing Main Street and creating a landmark that reflects the history and spirit of Springville. We are excited to see this dream come to fruition and to provide a beautiful, functional space for our employees, customers and the city of Springville where Central Bank began.”
D.L. Evans Bank
D.L. Evans Bank donates $25,000 to Davis Arts Council
D.L. Evans Bank, in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines, donated $25,000 to the Davis Arts Council (DAC). The DAC is a nonprofit organization serving the community with a mission to enrich and strengthen Davis County through a wide range of high-quality arts experiences. They offer diverse performances and free programs designed to foster joy, inclusion and cultural growth, ensuring accessibility for everyone.
D.L. Evans Bank applied for the FHLB Des Moines Member Impact Fund, which matches up to $1.50 to every $1 of the D.L. Evans Bank donation. This matching grant program will result in FHLB Des Moines awarding over $6 million in funding to support affordable housing and community development in Hawaii, Utah and Guam.
First Community Bank
First Community Bank, Division of Glacier Bank Awards Good Grades Pay Scholarships
As part of a new program at First Community called Good Grades Pay, the bank awarded 11 scholarships to local students in northern Utah totaling $7,500. Students could either enter the scholarship drawing by visiting their local branch or by submitting their report cards through enrollment in the Good Grades Pay Program. Enrolled students also earn $3 for every A or A- on their report card every term as well as the potential for a $5 bonus for 4.0 GPA. This program has been a successful tool in helping students learn about financial literacy skills in action as well as a way to give back to our local communities.
TAB Bank
TAB Bank CIO Tami Fisher Honored with Utah Business Executive Excellence Award
Tami Fisher, chief information officer at TAB Bank, was named a winner of the Utah Business Executive Excellence Awards for her leadership in driving the bank’s digital transformation and aligning IT strategy with business objectives.
The Executive Excellence Awards is an annual event celebrating the highest achievements in Utah’s business community. This event highlights members of executive teams for their strategic vision, resilient leadership and profound influence on improving the business landscape and quality of life in the state of Utah.
Fisher developed and initiated a clear roadmap for the bank’s digital transformation, focusing on operational efficiency, optimizing internal expertise and accelerating innovation to enhance the customer experience. She has prioritized the transition to more modular and flexible services, allowing for faster technology integration and greater adaptability to stay ahead of industry trends and exceed customer expectations.
TAB Bank Named “Best Community Bank” in the Utah Best of State Awards
For the third consecutive year, TAB Bank has been named “Best Community Bank” in the 2025 Utah Best of State Awards. They were honored at the Best of State Gala on Tuesday, June 10, at the Salt Palace Grand Ballroom in Salt Lake City.
Best of State celebrates Utah’s most outstanding individuals, businesses and organizations that demonstrate excellence in their fields, embrace innovation and contribute to the state’s quality of life. TAB Bank was recognized by Best of State judges for its commitment to community and social responsibility and for delivering exceptional financial products and solutions to businesses, families and individuals nationwide.
TAB Bank recently unveiled a refreshed vision: “Building value in all we do.” With this renewed focus, the bank aims to advance its mission of “Unlocking dreams with bold financial solutions that lift and empower.”
Zions Bank
Zions Bank Employees Brighten Up Nonprofits and Homes During Annual Paint-A-Thon
Zions Bank employees traded in balance sheets for paint brushes during the bank’s 33rd annual Paint-a-Thon. More than 1,100 volunteers tackled 15 projects across the state, from Brigham City to Bicknell. This year’s Paint-a-Thon projects benefit more than 13,000 Utahns, with projects ranging from Head Start preschools to affordable and adaptive housing units.
“Paint-a-Thon is a chance to give back to the nonprofits and individuals who give so much to our communities,” said Zions Bank President and CEO Paul Burdiss. “It’s one of many ways Zions Bank is focused on investing in the communities we serve.”
Launched in 1991, Zions Bank’s Paint-a-Thon began as a volunteer project for a dozen homes along Utah’s Wasatch Front. Over the past three decades, Zions Bank employees have painted 1,316 homes and nonprofit facilities throughout Utah, Idaho and Wyoming.
