Associates at Heartland Bank are known for being honest, and integrity is simply second nature. According to Accounting Manager Jill Taylor, “Choosing a community bank, and Heartland specifically, is a no brainer. We will deliver by doing what is right for our clients.”

Jay discovered Heartland Bank in 2019, and Heartland discovered an incredible asset in Jay when he decided to bring his time and talents over to a community bank. Working in the financial industry since 1994, Jay had worked for five other institutions, most of those were “big” banks, before he found his home at Heartland.

Community banking is all about relationships, and not just with clients, but also between associates. With a solid associate foundation, Heartland Bank touts a family atmosphere and for good reason – associates find their place, are willing to go above-and-beyond and give their appreciation back in ways that are priceless to the bank. Matt Bucklew is one associate who will honestly admit that Heartland Bank changed his career path and even changed his life path.

Do you know people who have been in their current work position for five years, ten years or even longer? Longevity in the workplace seems to be a diminishing trait, but it does still exist within some organizations. At Heartland Bank, associate retention is a priority. With associates like Beth Miller, the task to retain personnel is somewhat easier as her light-hearted demeanor is infectious and inspiring to both newer and older associates.

With the Great Resignation a common descriptor of the current employment landscape, how exactly does Heartland Bank attract and retain associates that are committed, team-oriented and strategic with their career aspirations? Associates like Heather Landon, AO, branch manager of the Pickerington location, give Heartland an edge when it comes to culture, and this culture is a driving force behind associate retention and attraction.