April is Community Banking Month—a time to recognize and celebrate the vital role community banks play in fostering local economic growth by building community relationships and supporting small businesses. At Drake Bank, we take pride in being a community partner by building better futures through financial solutions. To dive deeper into what community banking really ...
Content By: Greg Larson In celebration of Women's Month, I asked Bo Thao-Urabe, a fellow Drake Bank board member and dedicated leader and advocate, to discuss this year's theme: "Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations." Bo reflected on the importance of collective progress, the values that guide her leadership, and the power of ...
March is Credit Education Month, a time dedicated to empowering individuals and businesses with the knowledge they need to make informed financial decisions. For business owners, understanding credit is a crucial step toward securing funding, managing cash flow, and promoting long-term success. We sat down with Drake Bank's Chief Credit Officer, Daniel Batten, to get ...
St. Paul, Minn. | March 6, 2025 — Drake Bank welcomes Ted Sirianni to the senior management team as senior vice president and chief banking officer. With over 14 years of banking leadership and more than 20 years of lending and financial analysis experience, Sirianni brings a wealth of expertise to the Bank. Sirianni previously served ...
At Drake Bank, our mission is more than just words; it’s the foundation of everything we do. We’re excited to share our 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a year of growth, innovation, and meaningful community impact. This report provides a comprehensive look at how we’ve worked to support our clients, strengthen local businesses, and create financial ...
Content By: Greg Larson Networking plays a crucial role in building strong professional and personal relationships, collaborating, and creating opportunities for growth. In today’s fast-paced digital world, the value of authentic, face-to-face connections remains undeniable. This blog discusses my insights, experiences, and best practices for building meaningful professional relationships. Why is face-to-face networking still important ...
Drake Bank has promoted Daniel Batten to senior vice president, chief credit officer. Batten joined the Bank in February 2017, previously serving as assistant vice president, commercial banker. In his tenure at the Bank, Batten has demonstrated exceptional banking and business development skills. Additionally, he has invested in his career by studying bank leadership and ...
September is Community Impact Month, which gives Minnesota Bankers Association member banks a focused period to engage in community service activities and show how banks play a vital role in supporting their communities. Part of Drake Bank’s mission focuses on building a better future for everyone. To give back, the team participated in three events ...
At Drake Bank, we believe that financial literacy is an important foundation block for our clients. Understanding how to manage money from an early age is crucial; our team is committed to providing parents and children with the tools they need to build a strong financial foundation. Our consumer banking experts, Janet Alland, senior vice ...
Choosing options that align with your financial goals is essential when considering personal savings. Whether you’re saving for a rainy day, a major purchase, or want to grow your wealth over time, understanding different savings options is important. Two popular choices for personal savings are traditional savings accounts and certificates of deposit (CDs). Each offers ...