Burgers for a Cause - Thursday, September 18th
Center Bank, as part of the MN Bankers Community Impact Month, is doing a fundraiser to help support the classrooms of Lake Ripley Elementary Teachers. Our goal is to reach $3,000.
We will be grilling up hamburgers and cheeseburgers from 11 - 1 and from 4:30 to 5:30 in our bank parking lot. Cost will be $7/meal which will include a hamburger or cheeseburger, chips, cookies and a drink.
Come support our elementary classrooms!
69th Annual Litchfield Watercade - Center Bank Brat Feed Event
The 69th Annual Litchfield Watercade was held in July with Brooke Caron being crowned as Miss Litchfield with Katelyn Guggemos and Raigan Miller as princesses. Congratulations!
On July 10th, Center Bank served a brat feed meal to 1500 guests. Music was performed by Mathew Lease and cast members from the Litchfield Community Theatre production of Guys and Dolls.
Thanks to all that attended our event. We love being a community bank and celebrating Watercade with you!
Tom Zens - Market President Litchfield
Center Bank is proud to announce the promotion of Tom Zens to Market President-Litchfield effective April 1, 2025. A dedicated banking professional with more than 25 years of experience, Tom has been an integral part of Center Bank. He has been providing expert financial guidance to Center Bank customers for over 11 years. A graduate of the School of Banking in Madison, WI, Tom brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to his new role.
"Tom's extensive experience, dedication to his customers, and deep understanding of community banking make him a perfect fit for this role," said Al Liestman, President and CEO at Center Bank. "His leadership will help us continue our mission of delivering personalized service and strengthening the financial well-being of the individuals, families, and businesses we serve."
Community Champion
Center Bank has again been recognized by the Minnesota Bankers Association as a Community Champion. In Litchfield, a hamburger fundraiser was held in September with donations made to Ecumen of Litchfield in the amount of $6,000.00 to redesign their exercise room and to purchase wheelchair friendly equipment. The Plymouth location contributed personal products to Every Third Saturday. Every Third Saturday fosters hope and supports post traumatic growth for veterans. The Chaska location was a sponsor of the 2nd Annual Celebration of Philanthropy Dinner for Carver County.
Watch for our Tuesday Tips!
Have you noticed our Tuesday Tips? Each Tuesday a new tip is posted to our Facebook page to alert you to scams that are happening. Protect yourself and your personal information by being aware of what is happening. Hackers and Scammers are out there, just waiting to trick you. These people want your money and will stop at nothing to try and obtain information from you. Be Aware!
Scams are on the Rise!
Scammers are out there trying to get you to give them your money in any way they can. Some current scams are: Social Security Scams, Phone Scams, Romance Scams, Phishing Scams and Unemployment Scams, just to name a few. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has several videos that you can watch for free showing how fraudsters try to manipulate you to hand over your money. You can clink on the link below to view them.
