West Bank Opens New Office in Owatonna

On January 21, 2025, West Bank opened a new, state-of-the-art building located at 328 Hoffman Drive NW. Expanded banking services at this location include the introduction of a 24-hour walk-up ATM and Interactive Teller Machine. The building’s impressive architecture features a patio with views of the riverfront for special events and gatherings. The West Bank […]
Generative AI Being Used to Commit Financial Fraud

On December 3, 2024, the FBI issued a warning on generative artificial intelligence (AI) being used to commit financial fraud. Criminals are using AI-generated text, images, audio, and videos to trick victims into sending money and providing sensitive information. The FBI shared the following tips to help protect yourself from AI-generated fraud: Create a secret […]
Our Online Banking and Mobile Banking Upgrade is Here!

West Bank’s Personal Online Banking and Mobile Banking upgrade is live! The upgrade offers a powerful suite of digital services built for the way you want to bank. It has the tools you need to help achieve your financial goals and meet your everyday banking needs wherever you go. BENEFITS OF THE UPGRADE Fresh, new […]
Fraud Targeting Attorneys and Law Firms

There has been nationwide reporting of fake Notices of Electronic Filing (NEFs) being sent to attorneys and law firms across the country. These fake NEFs are phishing attempts to convince recipients to respond back to the emails. Once a recipient replies to the email they are sent a follow-on email containing a link to access […]
Online Banking and Mobile Banking View-Only Mode December 3-5

Enhancements are being made to West Bank Online Banking and Mobile Banking! The upgrade will be live on December 5, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. CT. As the new system is being upgraded, your account will be in View-Only mode. During this period, you will not be able to make any transfers, schedule payments in Bill […]
Jon Hummel Honored by American Bankers Association with 2024 Emerging Leader Award

Jon Hummel, Vice President, Commercial Banker at West Bank was honored by the American Bankers Association as a recipient of the 2024 ABA Emerging Leaders Award. This award recognizes the next generation of bank leaders who are committed to the highest standards of achievement and service to both their industry and their local communities. Hummel […]
Personal Online Banking and Mobile Banking are Getting an Upgrade!

On October 3, 2024, West Bank was recognized with a Strategic Headquarters Investment Award at The Greater Des Moines Partnership’s 2024 Economic Impact Awards. The event recognizes regional companies for their significant contributions toward the economic vitality of Greater Des Moines, such as capital investment, job creation, and facility expansion. West Bank’s headquarters opened on […]
West Bank Receives Strategic Headquarters Investment Award

On October 3, 2024, West Bank was recognized with a Strategic Headquarters Investment Award at The Greater Des Moines Partnership’s 2024 Economic Impact Awards. The event recognizes regional companies for their significant contributions toward the economic vitality of Greater Des Moines, such as capital investment, job creation, and facility expansion. West Bank’s headquarters opened on […]
Barry Cropp and Al Petersen Recognized by Iowa Bankers Association for 50 Years of Service

On September 16, 2024, the Iowa Bankers Association honored Barry Cropp and Al Petersen for their remarkable 50-year careers in banking. Barry currently serves as a front desk receptionist at West Bank’s Headquarters in West Des Moines. Al retired in December 2023 as a Commercial Banker. Throughout both of their long careers in banking, Barry […]
Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Reminder

The following is a press release issued by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) on July 26, 2024, regarding the new reporting requirements for many businesses in the United States. This is solely being provided as an informative resource, as West Bank will not collect or share this information and will not take part in […]