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Better Banks Celebrates Tera Backlund's Completion of the Graduate School of Banking
Better Banks is proud to recognize Tera Backlund, Assistant Vice President of Innovation & Strategic Development, for graduating from the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin–Madison (GSB), one of the nation's premier leadership development and executive education programs for banking professionals. + -
Better Banks Welcomes Zach Maher as Senior Vice President
Better Banks is pleased to announce the addition of Zach Maher to the lending team as Senior Vice President. Maher, a native of the Princeville area, brings more than 20 years of banking experience and most recently served as Vice President of Commercial Lending, where he managed a $60 million agricultural and commercial loan portfolio. + -
Better Banks Announces Senior Leadership Changes
After more than four decades in community banking, Steve Backlund has announced his intention to step down as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Backlund Investment Company. He will continue to serve as Chairman of Backlund Investment Company, State Street Bank, and Better Banks, working closely with leadership and the boards to ensure stability and consistency. +
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