Community Icon, Valley Bank of Commerce, Named a Top Extraordinary Bank in the Nation
Atlanta, Georgia, September 12, 2024 – Valley Bank of Commerce was just named the top extraordinary bank in the United States by The Institute for Extraordinary Banking™.
Valley Bank of Commerce was singled out as the 2024 Extraordinary Bank of the Year, a national honor for exemplary performance in five areas of banking: philanthropy, customer service, thought leadership, workplace culture, and financial literacy education.
“In my thirty years at Valley Bank of Commerce, I have constantly been so proud of this Bank, but winning the award for top community bank in the United States is an unparalleled achievement. Words cannot express how humbled I am to be a part of Valley Bank of Commerce and its exceptional team. However, I would be remiss if I did not recognize that this award is much bigger than a bank, it is the epitome of Southeastern New Mexico and a group of people who tirelessly work to support those they love, always offer a helping hand, and never give up. It is a privilege and honor to serve such an amazing community, and I want to convey my heartfelt appreciation for their unwavering trust and loyalty.” – Cody Burson, President and CEO of Valley Bank of Commerce.
The Extraordinary Banking™? Awards emphasize the indispensable contribution community banks have on their communities—how deeply woven into the fabric of the community they are. Their role in elevating the national economy is profound yet often misunderstood.
Community banks are the beacon that illuminates their local communities and the pillar of small business success.
Roxanne Emmerich, Chair and Founder of The Institute for Extraordinary Banking™?, proclaimed during the awards ceremony: “Community banks recognize aspirations, dreams, and silent hopes of small businesses and individuals within their communities. The heart and soul of an extraordinary community bank is the visionary blueprint for the community's success and ability to enact that plan. Those banks, Top 5 Percenters™ in the industry, were chosen to receive this year’s Banky awards.”
As part of the award, a $25,000 donation was made to the Unstoppable Foundation. The Unstoppable Foundation is a non-profit humanitarian organization bringing sustainable education to children and communities in developing countries thereby creating a safer and more just world for everyone. Their mission is to ensure every child has access to the life-long gift of an education.