Fraud Prevention

In this episode or Local Cents, listen in with Mark Hojem, Director of IT/Internal Audit Coordinator and Colin Danielson, IT Specialist, break down key steps to fight fraud. From spotting phishing scams to securing your accounts with strong passwords and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), they share simple, effective tips for staying safe. They also highlight helpful […]

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Five Generations. One Workforce.

From Traditionalists (1925-1945) to Gen Z (1997-2012), today’s workforce is more diverse in age and experience than ever before. “It is the first time in history we’ve had five generations in the workforce,” according to Dr. Katherine Jeffrey, generational expert and speaker at Pillar Bank’s training and culture enrichment day. Have you ever thought about […]

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Benefits of Community Banking

This episode of Local Cents highlights the importance and benefits of community banks compared to larger financial institutions. Listen in with Neil Mathwig, Market President and Rick Theune, SVP/Director of Business Development in an insightful discussion as they explore the advantages of community banking and its impact. Community banks play a significant role in the […]

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Community Builder

In this episode of Local Cents, Shane Bauer, CEO of Pillar Bank, chats with the inspiring community builder, Jim Benson. With a wealth of experience in academia and public speaking, Jim has made a significant impact on the Baldwin community since his move from Bemidji. At 88 years young, Jim’s passion and dedication to community […]

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Time to Grow, Reflect, and Strengthen Pillar Bank’s Culture

June 19 is a federal holiday honoring Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and serves as a powerful reminder of freedom, equity, and progress. While Pillar Bank’s branches will be closed in observance of the holiday, we’ll be using this time together to grow, reflect, and strengthen our […]

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