Banner Corporation operates as the bank holding company for Banner Bank that provide commercial banking and financial products and services to individuals, businesses, and public sector entities in the United States. It accepts various deposit instruments, including interest-bearing and non-interest-bearing checking accounts, money market deposit accounts, regular savings accounts, and certificates of deposit, as well as treasury management services and retirement savings plans. The company also provides commercial real estate loans, including owner-occupied, investment properties, and multifamily residential real estate loans; construction, land, and land development loans; residential mortgage loans; commercial business loans; agricultural loans; and consumer and other loans, such as home equity lines of credit, automobile, and boat and recreational vehicle loans, as well as loans secured by deposit accounts. In addition, it engages in the mortgage banking operations through the origination and sale of one-to four-family and multi-family residential loans, as well as small business administration loans. Further, the company provides electronic and digital banking services. As of December 31, 2021, it operated 150 branch offices and 18 loan production offices located in Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, and Utah. Banner Corporation was founded in 1890 and is headquartered in Walla Walla, Washington.
History
Banner Bank has a long and illustrious history that dates back to 1890. It began as Walla Walla National Bank, founded by a group of local business people and merchant leaders. The bank has gone through several name changes over the years, including becoming Northwest National Bank in 1923, Northwest Savings & Loan in 1964, and eventually Banner Bank in 1994.
Mission
Banner Bank is committed to helping people and businesses in our communities achieve financial success. We strive to provide innovative products, outstanding service, and tailored solutions that enable our customers to reach their goals.
Vision
To be the premier provider of financial services in the communities we serve, through financial strength and stability, superior service and trusted advice.
Key Team
Mr. M. Kirk Quillin (Exec. VP & Chief Commercial Officer)
Mr. James P. G. McLean (Exec. VP of Commercial Real Estate Lending Division)
Mr. Keith A. Western (Exec. VP of Commercial Banking of South of Banner Bank)
Recognition and Awards
Banner Bank has been recognized over the years for its excellent customer service, outstanding products and services, and commitment to the communities it serves. Among the awards and honors the bank has received are the World’s Best Banks Award from Global Finance, the Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award from the American Bankers Association Foundation, and the 2018 FinTech Forward Award from American Banker.