Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for Hawthorn Bank that provides commercial and personal banking services. It accepts checking, savings, money market, individual retirement, and other time deposit accounts; and certificates of deposit. The company also offers commercial and industrial, single payment personal, installment, commercial and residential real estate, and consumer loans, as well as equipment, operating, and small business administration loans; and debit and credit cards. In addition, it provides trust services that include estate planning, investment, and asset management services; and cash management, safety deposit box, brokerage, and Internet banking services. The company operates through 23 banking offices in Missouri communities, Jefferson City, Columbia, Clinton, Warsaw, Springfield, St. Louis, and the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. was founded in 1865 and is headquartered in Jefferson City, Missouri.
History
Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. was founded in 1899 as a small community bank in Jefferson City, Missouri. The Bank grew rapidly in the early 1900s, opening branches and subsidiaries throughout the state. Hawthorn went public in 1984 and since then has grown to become one of the leading banking groups in Missouri. In 2015, Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. recorded its highest net income ever and in 2020, the total assets of the Group reached $5.5billion.
Mission
Hawthorn's mission is to advance the financial strength and economic vitality of our communities, provide superior customer service, andour commitment to sound, ethical, andversatile banking. We strive to create long-term relationships with our customers, partners, shareholders, and communities, while acting responsibly and delivering value.
Vision
We see Hawthorn Bank becoming a leader in the communities we serve, delivering superior financial solutions and truly exceptional customer service. We strive to provide our customers with an unsurpassed banking experience, while advancing their economic prosperity. We believe in doing what's right for our customers, and each other, every day.
Key Team
Cynthia Glasscock (Assistant Sec. & Treasurer)
Recognition and Awards
Hawthorn Bank has been recognized for Exceptional Customer Service and Positive Community Impact. U.S. Banker Magazine, Corporate LiveWire, and the Association for Corporate Growth have all acknowledged our efforts to maintain a customer service that is second to none. Additionally, Hawthorn Bank has also received recognition from American Banker and Independent Banker magazines for its success of meeting the financial needs of its customers.