Overview
The ‘American Banker’s 2025 Best Banks to Work For’ list has been released, showcasing the top-ranking banks across the United States. The list, which features 90 banks in total, includes 28 banks with assets ranging between $3 billion and $10 billion. These banks span from coast to coast, with a few even reaching up to Alaska.
Some of these banks have been in the news recently due to acquisitions. For instance, Mutual Bancorp, based in Hyannis, Massachusetts, has announced its plans to acquire Bluestone Bank in Raynham, Massachusetts, next year. Capital Bank in Rockville, Maryland, has recently completed its $66 million purchase of Integrated Financial Holdings in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Top-Ranking Banks
A snapshot of some of the banks on the list, ranked in descending order, is detailed below. The total assets for each bank are based on data from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. as of June 30, 2025. Employee headcounts were provided by the banks themselves when they applied to the program.
American Savings Bank, based in Honolulu, Hawaii, is ranked 28th. This bank boasts assets of $8.8 billion and a workforce of 978 U.S. employees. Ann Teranishi serves as its President and CEO.
Coming in at 27th is Capital Bank in Rockville, Maryland. The bank has assets of $3.327 billion and employs 429 people. Ed Barry is the bank’s CEO.
Civista Bank, headquartered in Sandusky, Ohio, ranks 26th. The bank has assets of $4.2 billion and a headcount of 531 employees. The bank is led by CEO Dennis Shaffer.
Ranked 25th is HomeTrust Bank, based in Asheville, North Carolina. The bank has $4.6 billion in assets and employs 558 people. The bank is led by President and CEO Hunter Westbrook.
Notable Acquisitions
Among the banks who have recently announced or completed acquisitions, Mutual Bancorp stands out. This Massachusetts-based bank, which intends to close its acquisition of Bluestone Bank next year, holds the 21st position on the list, with $7.2 billion in assets and 709 U.S. employees. Matthew Burke serves as the Chair and CEO.
Another notable bank is Capital Bank, which recently completed its $66 million purchase of Integrated Financial Holdings. Capital Bank ranks 27th on the list, with $3.327 billion in assets and 429 U.S. employees. The bank is led by CEO Ed Barry.
Conclusion
The ‘Best Banks to Work For’ list not only recognizes the financial performance of these banks but also their commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. The full list of the honorees can be found Here.
Note: Information about the banks was sourced from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. as of June 30, 2025. Employee headcounts were provided by individual banks when they applied to the program.
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