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Diversity, inclusion, and our commitment to change

Posted on: Jul 14, 2022

Where there is diversity, there is also innovation, ideas, empathy, talent and so much more. When there is inclusivity, there is an environment where differences thrive, and success is reached faster and with more vigor than ever before. At Stearns Bank, we’re embracing this notion with more vigor than ever before.

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Stearns Bank N.A. Partners with SecureSave

Posted on: Jul 05, 2022

Stearns Bank N.A. is partnering with SecureSave, becoming the second bank to custody clients' emergency savings funds.

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Stearns Bank Announces Two New Board of Directors Members

Posted on: Jun 20, 2022

Sharena Ali and Isaura Gaeta bring technology and financial services experience to guide innovative growth for Stearns Bank N.A.

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VersaBank Acquires Stearns Bank Holdingford

Posted on: Jun 14, 2022

Stearns Financial Services, Inc. reached an agreement for VersaBank to acquire Stearns Bank Holdingford N.A., expanding VersaBank's presence to the United States.

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Community Development Role by Stearns Bank and ADC

Posted on: May 11, 2022

Stearns Bank hired Mohamed Farah for a newly created community development coordinator position in collaboration with the African Development Center.

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Remembering a Revered Community Figure

Posted on: May 06, 2022

Albany Golf Club hosts Skalicky’s celebration of life

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Remembering Norm

Posted on: Nov 21, 2021

A tribute to Norman C. Skalicky, founder of Stearns Bank N.A.

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New Board Roles Announced for Stearns Bank

Posted on: Nov 11, 2021

Stearns Financial Services, Inc. named Kelly Skalicky Chair of the Board of Directors. Deb Lorenzen and Heather Plumski elected chairs of separate bank charters.

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Stearns Bank Among Best Banks to Work

Posted on: Nov 08, 2021

American Banker has unveiled its 2021 Best Banks to Work For listing, which includes 90 banks across the United States. Among those selected, Central Minnesota-based Stearns Bank has landed at #26.

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Norman Skalicky Retires to Emeritus

Posted on: Oct 27, 2021

Norman (Norm) Skalicky, chairman of the Stearns Bank board of directors, will be retiring and stepping away from active participation in the organization.

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