Barbara O’Brien Photography – Capturing Connection Through Animals
When Barbara O’Brien was just 22 years old, she knew office jobs weren’t for her. Instead, she built a career around her true passion—working with animals. Starting in 1987 with animal actors in Minneapolis, she quickly became a trusted partner in the advertising hub of the Midwest. Over the years, Barbara worked with major brands […]
Saving money is one of the most important steps toward financial security, yet many people find it challenging to get started or stay consistent. Banks like Pillar Bank play a key role in making saving easier, safer, and more rewarding. Banking services offer tools and personal guidance that can help individuals and businesses build healthy […]
Rise in Bank Spoofing Occurring in Wisconsin — Be Vigilant Against Financial Fraud
The Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) is warning Wisconsinites of increased bank fraud and encourages citizens to continue their efforts to spot scams by criminals seeking to obtain bank account or personal information. With greater frequency, Wisconsin banks see a variety of fraud activity targeting consumers, including recent attempts by bad actors to defraud customers through […]
Customer Story: Turning Up the Heat in the Fireplace Business
Matt and Vicky Pierson, owners of Glowing Embers in Amery, help families stay warm and cozy with custom fireplace installations and service. But when it came to securing the right financing for their growing business, things didn’t spark quite as smoothly. Prior to Pillar Bank: “Originally, I was put into an SBA loan, but it turned […]
When Chris and Kelly Canada moved to Amery in 2020, they had no idea that within a few short years, they’d become local business owners. For Chris, ownership had been a lifelong dream. And when a well-established local business, Club 53, went up for sale, the couple saw it as the opportunity they’d been waiting […]