Hoosier Heartland State Bank is proud to announce the celebration of its 125th anniversary, marking over a century of dedicated community banking in Montgomery County and the surrounding areas.
“As the only local bank still chartered in Montgomery County, we are thrilled to reach this significant milestone,” said Brad Monts, president and CEO of HHSB. “Our employee-owned status reflects our deep commitment to our mission, vision, and values. We are dedicated to making a lasting positive impact on our clients and the communities we serve.”
HHSB’s roots trace back to the merger of two community-focused banks: Linden State Bank, established in 1899, and Farmers State Bank, founded in 1920. Both institutions shared a common mission — to support the agricultural community, small businesses, and families in Montgomery County. Facing increasing regulatory demands, competition, and declining transaction volumes, the two banks united in 2009 to form Hoosier Heartland State Bank, seeking greater efficiencies and a stronger future together.
Despite the passing of its original founders, HHSB has remained true to its foundational principles. In 2013, the bank transitioned into an Employee Stock Ownership Plan Company, embarking on a cultural transformation that allowed the team of employee-owners to deepen their commitment to community well-being and elevate the bank’s success to new heights.
“It’s been an honor to be a part of the communities we serve,” Monts said. “We are excited about the future and the opportunities it holds for our team and organization. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our team members, past and present, whose dedication and hard work have driven our growth and success over the years.”
Today, HHSB operates seven branches with a team of 60 employee-owners. Guided by the mission to redefine community banking, HHSB is committed to giving back 10% of its net income annually to the communities it serves. Since adopting this mission, the bank has contributed over $1.5 million and countless volunteer hours to support local initiatives.
The public is invited to celebrate this milestone at HHSB’s 125th Anniversary Celebration from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 4 at the HHSB Success Center, 1623 S. U.S. 231 in Crawfordsville, behind the Crawfordsville South branch.
For more information about HHSB’s services, community initiatives and upcoming celebratory events, visit www.myhhsb.com or call 765-364-0784.
