The Pillar Community Circle is an employee-led committee at Pillar Bank that aims to enhance community engagement through volunteering. Two committee members, Lisa Lyon and Dawn Fredrickson, share more about the bank’s efforts and how they fit with the culture in this Local Cents podcast episode. Highlights include the value of volunteering during the Wisconsin […]
Business Fraud Prevention Seminar: Top 10 Takeaways
Pillar Bank sponsored a business fraud prevention seminar on April 3 at our Amery branch. Speakers included Jeff Kersten, an Outreach Specialist for the Bureau of Consumer Protection within the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, and Lisa Lyon, VP-Treasury Management Director for Pillar Bank. Here are our top 10 fraud prevention takeaways […]
In this episode of Local Cents, Neil Mathwig and Derek Kuehni of Pillar Bank discuss what makes Chippewa Falls a great place to live. They highlight the town’s unique charm, local amenities, and organizations like the Chippewa Falls YMCA, led by Derek White, that foster a strong sense of community. Discover how collaboration and involvement […]
A Day Well Spent: How Pillar Bank Is Investing in Our Team and Community
At Pillar Bank, we’re always looking for ways to strengthen our team, enhance our services, and connect more deeply with the communities we serve. This is why we dedicate two of our bank holidays each year—Presidents’ Day and Juneteenth—to training and team-building activities for all our staff. On Presidents’ Day, we kicked off 2025 with […]
In this Local Cents episode, Lori Davis of Pillar Bank and Adam Ashley of Ashley Construction discuss the evolving world of homebuilding. Topics include rising costs, design trends, and the changing labor market. They also delve into the Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association (CVHBA) and how its Foundation’s “Tools to Schools” initiative helps students explore […]