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For Immediate Release: April 16, 2026 Branson Bank Announces Promotion of Norma Desrochers to AVP (Branson, MO) Branson Bank is honored to announce the promotion of Norma Desrochers to Assistant Vice President, Senior Business Relationship Banker, recognizing more than 29 years of banking experience in service to her community. In this elevated role, Desrochers […]
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 31, 2026 Simkins Named President of Branson Bank (Branson, MO) Branson Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Eric Simkins as President. Since opening doors in March of 2000, the community bank has been guided by the leadership and vision of founders, Wes Strange and Bill Jones. As […]
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 12, 2026 Branson Bank Announces Promotion of Tammy Kelley to SVP, Controller & ISO (Branson, MO) Branson Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Tammy Kelley to Senior Vice President, Controller and ISO. As SVP, Kelley manages the Accounting and Information Technology departments and oversees Internal Audit, […]
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For Immediate Release: February 26, 2026 Clough Promoted to AVP, Retail Administrative Officer (Branson, MO) Branson Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Natasha Clough to AVP, Retail Administrative Officer. Clough oversees retail operations across all bank locations, upholding bank policy, procedure and regulatory requirements. She supports all retail associates with training and […]
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For Immediate Release: February 11, 2026 Pursell Promoted to Vice President, Loan Operations Officer Branson Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Nikki Pursell to Vice President, Loan Operations Officer. Pursell oversees the day-to-day operations of the loan department, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and continued excellence in loan processing and support. Pursell began her […]
Read MoreIn 2026, Branson Bank will award three (3) $1,000.00, one-time scholarships to three (3) graduating high school seniors living in Taney or Stone County who plan to continue studies in fields related to: Business or Finance. To access an application, visit a Branson Bank location, request one from your area HS counselor, or download an […]
Read More(Branson, MO) On October 1, 2024, Branson Bank held a ceremony to dedicate the bank’s newly built Branson West location’s flagpole. At 9:00AM, bank associates gathered with representatives of the Veterans of the Ozarks of Kimberling City’s Color Guard to perform its first, flag raising. The flagpole celebrates the patriotism upheld throughout the community and […]
Read More(Branson, MO) Capture the stunning natural beauty and renowned landmarks of Taney and Stone County, Missouri! Branson Bank is seeking area photographers to submit photo entries for their 2025 Calendar Contest. Whether it’s a breathtaking view of the Ozarks, the serenity of Table Rock Lake, an aerial photo of Bull Shoals or the charm of […]
Read More12:56pm: Phone are restored, thank you for your patience during this time. 8:20am: We are currently experiencing technical issues with incoming phone calls to our phoneline: 417.336.9696. Customers will not be able to reach us by phone during this outage. We are working to restore service as quickly as possible. Should you have any questions, […]
Read MoreYour safety is our number one priority. Due to inclement weather, we have made just a few slight adjustments to our operating schedule. Please remember you can always bank from the comfort of your home with our goDough mobile banking app, from your desktop at: www.bransonbank.com, our 24-hour bank-by-phone (877) 334-9696, or call our offices […]
Read MoreFreedom Online Banking and GoDough Mobile Banking Service Updates: August 13, 2020 12:51 PM All online banking issues are cleared and services should be back to normal. 12:04 PM Web services vendors are still experiencing outages at their datacenters, still affecting Freedom Online Banking and GoDough Mobile Banking. We are continuing to monitor the issue […]
Read MoreBranson Bank is pleased to announce the online Bill Pay experience will become more convenient by providing enhanced upgrades to the service. If you currently have Bill Pay, beginning Friday, June 21, 2019 your current Bill Pay account will be in a ‘read only’ format beginning at Noon, due to the upgrade. Please make any changes prior […]
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At the October board meeting, we had the opportunity to celebrate Joe Cherek’s 5-year milestone anniversary with Branson Bank, recognizing his contributions and dedication since 10/03/2019.
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At the October board meeting, we had the privilege of celebrating Norma Desrochers and her incredible 20-year milestone anniversary with Branson Bank. Since September 7, 2004, Norma has played an essential part of our team, excelling in positions such as Teller, New Accounts Representative, Retail Manager, Business Services & Education Officer, and now as our […]
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At the November Board meeting, we had the opportunity to celebrate Nate Newman’s 5-year milestone anniversary with Branson Bank, recognizing his contributions and dedication since 9/16/2019. Join us in congratulating him on this great accomplishment.
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(Branson, MO) – Branson Bank is proud to announce that Jamie Hunt, Vice President of Human Resources, has been named the 2024 HR Professional of the Year for the Branson Tri-Lakes Human Resources Association. This prestigious award recognizes HR professionals who exemplify integrity, leadership, strategic excellence, and a passion for advancing the human resources profession within […]
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(Branson, MO) The Branson Bank mortgage team is known for its tailored approach to mortgage lending. Whether it’s a first-time homebuyer in Branson, a family looking to refinance in Branson West, or a new construction in Forsyth, the team is equipped to provide comprehensive support and guidance through every phase of home […]
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Each year, Branson Bank awards three (3), one-time, $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors, living in Taney and Stone County, who plan to further their education in the fields of Finance or Business. The community bank recently visited three area school Awards Nights to surprise the chosen recipients with their $1,000 scholarship certificate. These individuals include: Isaac Beebe, Madilynn […]
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(Branson, MO) Branson Bank is pleased to announce that Dr. Travis Brawner has been appointed to the Branson Bank Board of Directors as an Advisory Director. The Branson Bank Board of Directors is comprised of individuals who advise and oversee the mission, vision, and strategic planning for the bank. Dr. Brawner joins Advisory Directors: […]
Read MoreOn January 19, 2023, Branson Bank dedicated their newly remodeled conference rooms located at the Hwy. 248 and Gretna locations in honor of two, distinguished men who have served the organization since its’ inception. J. Wes Strange, Co-Founder of Branson Bank, shared a vision of creating a community bank that truly cared for its customers, […]
Read MoreBranson Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Baker, Senior Vice President at Branson Bank, to the Branson Bank Board of Directors. Since 2012, Baker has led Business Development efforts at Branson Bank and has spent the last 25 years locally engaged in assisting many Southwest Missouri businesses in their development and expansion, […]
Read More(Branson, MO) On October 1, 2024, Branson Bank held a ceremony to dedicate the bank’s newly built Branson West location’s flagpole. At 9:00AM, bank associates gathered with representatives of the Veterans of the Ozarks of Kimberling City’s Color Guard to perform its first, flag raising. The flagpole celebrates the patriotism upheld throughout the community and […]
Read MoreBranson Bank is pleased to present a new summer event to the Forsyth community. “Now Is The Time” a dinner and complimentary seminar led by local financial leaders, provides an opportunity for the community to understand estate planning and the protection of assets. Sponsored by Branson Bank, locals Bill Dillow – Attorney at Law, Dan Guy […]
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(Branson, MO) Branson Bank is pleased to welcome Matthew Baker to the team as Financial Advisor of Branson Wealth Advisors, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Baker will oversee and advise wealth management clients and expand the product and service offerings available to the Taney and Stone County communities. “We […]
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Each year, Branson Bank awards three, one-time, $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors, living in Taney and Stone County, who plan to further their education in the fields of Finance or Business. The community bank promoted their scholarship opportunities through social media, area schools and within their bank locations. For 2025, all three recipients are seniors graduating […]
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Congratulations to Hunter Pollard, senior at Forsyth High School, who was selected as a Branson Bank Academic Student of the Month. Hunter currently holds a 3.9186 GPA. Hunter is involved in the Art Club, and archery. His hobbies are listening to music. Samantha Gailey, Business Career and Technical Education Teacher says, “Hunter is the perfect […]
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Congratulations to Haylee Bilyeu, senior at Forsyth High School, who was selected as a Branson Bank Academic Student of the Month. Haylee currently holds a 3.9405 GPA. Haylee is involved in the Spanish Club, NHS, Academic Team, Art Club, and softball. Her hobbies include reading, gaming, painting, coloring, and baking. Nicholas Penton, English Teacher says, […]
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Congratulations to Anna Cardwell, senior at Forsyth High School, who was selected as a Branson Bank Academic Student of the Month. Anna currently holds a 3.9535 GPA. Anna is involved in volleyball, cheer, softball, FFA, STUCO, the Spanish Club, and The River Church. Her hobbies include sports, traveling, pickleball, and boating. Hailee Norwine, History Teacher […]
Read MoreOn Thursday, October 10th, The Skaggs Foundation hosted their quarterly Lunch & Learn sponsored by Branson Bank. As the sponsor of the event, Branson Bank’s CEO, Bill Jones, was introduced and he briefly discussed the values that the bank upholds while helping the community when needs arise. Specifically, as it pertains to the event, the […]
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In 2024, Branson Bank will award three (3) $1,000.00, one-time scholarships to three (3) graduating high school seniors, living in Taney or Stone County, who plan to continue studies in fields related to: Business or Finance. To access an application, visit a Branson Bank location, request one from your area HS counselor, or download one […]
Read MoreBranson Bank, a community bank headquartered in Branson, Missouri celebrated a milestone on Friday, June 11, 2021. The twenty-one-year-old bank has seen tremendous growth over the years due to the bank’s reputation for local decision-making and creative solutions, reaching $300 million in total assets. Bill Jones, Branson Bank CEO/ President credits the growth of the organization, especially over […]
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Each year, Branson Bank awards three, one-time, $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors, living in Taney and Stone County, who plan to further their education in the fields of Finance or Business. The community bank promoted their scholarship opportunities through social media, area schools and within their bank locations. For 2025, all three recipients are seniors graduating […]
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Congratulations to Hunter Pollard, senior at Forsyth High School, who was selected as a Branson Bank Academic Student of the Month. Hunter currently holds a 3.9186 GPA. Hunter is involved in the Art Club, and archery. His hobbies are listening to music. Samantha Gailey, Business Career and Technical Education Teacher says, “Hunter is the perfect […]
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Congratulations to Haylee Bilyeu, senior at Forsyth High School, who was selected as a Branson Bank Academic Student of the Month. Haylee currently holds a 3.9405 GPA. Haylee is involved in the Spanish Club, NHS, Academic Team, Art Club, and softball. Her hobbies include reading, gaming, painting, coloring, and baking. Nicholas Penton, English Teacher says, […]
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Branson Bank will award three (3) $1,000.00, one-time scholarships to three (3) graduating high school seniors, living in Taney or Stone County, who plan to continue studies in fields related to: Business or Finance. Please review the attached application for scholarship requirements. The deadline to apply is April 4, 2025. For more information contact the […]
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Congratulations to Anna Cardwell, senior at Forsyth High School, who was selected as a Branson Bank Academic Student of the Month. Anna currently holds a 3.9535 GPA. Anna is involved in volleyball, cheer, softball, FFA, STUCO, the Spanish Club, and The River Church. Her hobbies include sports, traveling, pickleball, and boating. Hailee Norwine, History Teacher […]
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Congratulations to Vincent Estes, senior at Forsyth High School, who was selected as a Branson Bank Academic Student of the Month, 2024-2025. Vincent currently holds a 3.9625 GPA. Vincent is involved in FBLA, National Honor Society, Tennis, Skills USA, H2Ozarks Shoreline Cleanup, NHS Blood Drive, and NHS/Skills USA projects. His hobbies include composing and producing […]
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Each year, Branson Bank awards three, one-time, $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors, living in Taney and Stone County, who plan to further their education in the fields of Finance or Business. The community bank promoted their scholarship opportunities through social media, area schools and within their bank locations. For 2025, all three recipients are seniors graduating […]
Read More(Branson, MO) On Thursday, November 21, 2024, Branson Bank held a ribbon cutting to officially dedicate the bank’s 5th full-service community bank location in Branson West. At 3:00PM, bank associates gathered with guests and representatives of the Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce to cut the “grand opening” ribbon in front of the newly built facility. […]
Read MoreBranson Bank is excited to announce, beginning Monday, February 13, 2023, Full Service Community Banking will be OPEN in Branson West! Join us at our new, mobile facility and meet the team. The current Branson West Lending Center, located at 16208 St. Hwy. 13, Suite 103A, will close to the public on Friday, February 10, 2023, […]
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The greatest legacies start as stories. Those stories become symbols – visible signs of a dream that has come to fruition – but continues to reinvent itself to strengthen its foundation. For us, a community bank headquartered in Branson, Missouri, the decision to update our logo after two decades was not taken lightly. With a […]
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Branson Bank is pleased to announce that regulatory approval has been received for a new, full-service location in Branson West, MO. The new location will be at 17035 St. Hwy. 13, on the corner of Hwy. 13 and Purist Lane. The community bank is set to break ground this Fall, and their temporary Banking facility […]
Read MoreOn June 7th, area leaders along with Missouri Governor Mike Parsons gathered to hear an announcement from Elevate Branson regarding additional funding for their Hope Village Project. Elevate Community’s, Hope Village, is a project estimated to cost $2.1M. Elevate Community will consist of 48 individual homes, auto shop, vocational studio, and community center that will […]
Read MoreOn Thursday, October 10th, The Skaggs Foundation hosted their quarterly Lunch & Learn sponsored by Branson Bank. As the sponsor of the event, Branson Bank’s CEO, Bill Jones, was introduced and he briefly discussed the values that the bank upholds while helping the community when needs arise. Specifically, as it pertains to the event, the […]
Read MoreThis holiday season, follow these easy tips online to stay secure: Do not trust emails urgently requesting confidential personal financial information, such as PINs, passwords or account numbers. Did someone call you to “help with your computer”? Don’t let them take control of it. Hang up the phone. Be cautious about clicking on links in […]
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For Immediate Release: April 16, 2026 Branson Bank Announces Promotion of Norma Desrochers to AVP (Branson, MO) Branson Bank is honored to announce the promotion of Norma Desrochers to Assistant Vice President, Senior Business Relationship Banker, recognizing more than 29 years of banking experience in service to her community. In this elevated role, Desrochers […]
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For Immediate Release: February 26, 2026 Clough Promoted to AVP, Retail Administrative Officer (Branson, MO) Branson Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Natasha Clough to AVP, Retail Administrative Officer. Clough oversees retail operations across all bank locations, upholding bank policy, procedure and regulatory requirements. She supports all retail associates with training and […]
Read MoreIn 2026, Branson Bank will award three (3) $1,000.00, one-time scholarships to three (3) graduating high school seniors living in Taney or Stone County who plan to continue studies in fields related to: Business or Finance. To access an application, visit a Branson Bank location, request one from your area HS counselor, or download an […]
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For Immediate Release: January 13, 2026 Heartfelt Deposits Campaign Raises over $34K for CAM (Branson, MO) On Friday, January 9th, Branson Bank presented a check in the amount of $17,088.46 to Michele Dean, Executive Director of Christian Action Ministries (CAM) in response to the bank’s “Heartfelt Deposits” campaign. The overall dollars raised, […]
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For Immediate Release: January 8, 2026 (Branson, MO) Branson Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Jonathan Arnold to Senior Vice President – Credit Administration and Risk Management. Arnold oversees the Credit and Loan Operations Departments and is involved in Enterprise Risk Management, Interest Rate Risk Modeling (IRRM), and Vendor Management. He also […]
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For Immediate Release: November 25, 2025 Mark Hyde Joins Branson Bank as VP, Community Lender Branson Bank is pleased to welcome Mark Hyde as Vice President, Community Lender. With over 14 years of banking experience, Hyde will join the community bank’s Branson West team starting in January. In his role as VP, […]
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James Gilbert enlisted in the United States Air Force in April 1981. Basic Training was held at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas where he trained as a Security Specialist. Thereafter, Gilbert was assigned to Whiteman Air Force Base (AFB) in Missouri to the Missile Security Squadron until August of 1984. Over the next 20 […]
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Nomination By: Kathy McAllister Maurica Riker-Jones enlisted in the United States Army Reserve (USAR) on August, 29, 1979. After Basic Training, she entered USAR Officer Training at Pittsburg State University, in Pittsburg, Kansas. During her tenure with the Supply and Service Company, Riker-Jones performed as a Cook, Trainer, and Logistics Specialist. In 1982, Riker-Jones was […]
Read More(Branson, MO) On October 1, 2024, Branson Bank held a ceremony to dedicate the bank’s newly built Branson West location’s flagpole. At 9:00AM, bank associates gathered with representatives of the Veterans of the Ozarks of Kimberling City’s Color Guard to perform its first, flag raising. The flagpole celebrates the patriotism upheld throughout the community and […]
Read MoreTodd Lemoine was born in Chalmette, LA. A Holy Cross Alumni, Lemoine enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in May, 1987 and retired after 26 years in December 2013 at the pinnacle rank of Sergeant Major. His last command was the Sergeant Major of Anti-terrorism Battalion, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve Command. The […]
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(Branson, MO) In a community such as this, where values like respect and patriotism are held in high regard, Branson Bank will honor four (4) area veterans for their service to country and community. Each veteran was selected and honored throughout 2024 and will officially receive their public recognition at the event by way of […]
Read MoreIn Oct of 1952, Franklin Delano Roosevelt Baker was drafted into the US Army from his hometown of Santa Maria, CA and inducted into service by way of Los Angeles, CA. Basic Training was held at Camp Roberts where he graduated Leaders Course. Thereafter, he was retained as an instructor until receipt of orders for […]
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