Inspiration from the Most Creative People in Banking
How far can our bank take you? Just use your imagination. Our blog is where we share our insights, ideas, and advice on how real life integrates with financial life. Your dreams can’t fit in a bank vault. Think boldly and read a few articles below for some extra inspiration.
2024: A Look Back at Our Year
As 2024 comes to a close, join us in reflecting on the remarkable moments and milestones that defined this year. Giving BackOnce again, our Spirit Card donations have made a significant impact on local school districts within the AB&T community. This year, we...
American Bank & Trust Breaks Ground in West Sioux Falls
We have officially broken ground on our new Westside Sioux Falls branch! Located at the corner of 26th Street & Tea Ellis Road, the 4,000 square foot facility will be our fourth location in Sioux Falls. “Our ownership group is investing in our communities, the way...
American Bank & Trust Breaks Ground in Tea
We have officially broken ground on our new branch in Tea! Located at the corner of Gateway Lane and Heritage Parkway, this branch will replace our current AB&T branch in Tea located at 100 East 1st Street. The new location will be nearly 4,000 square feet and...
New Spirit Cards: Show Your Hometown Pride and Support Local Schools
At American Bank & Trust, we’re excited to announce the release of our newly designed Spirit Cards. These cards are more than just a way to make purchases—they’re a symbol of community pride and a powerful tool for supporting local schools. Spirit Cards are...
Tim Tebow Inspires at Joy Ranch and Watertown Civic Arena
Tim Tebow was an amazing inspiration to all who met him or heard his message at Joy Ranch and the Watertown Civic Arena on Friday, June 21, 2024. American Bank & Trust was honored to be the MVP Sponsor for the event and had staff on hand to help at the event. His...
American Bank & Trust Among Top Ag Lenders of 2024
American Bank & Trust (AB&T) has been named one of the country’s top agricultural lenders in 2024 by the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA). AB&T ranks sixth on the list of community banks with over $1 billion assets. "Our roots are right...
Kathy Graff and Bill Kuhl Join American Bank & Trust to Lead the Tea and Lennox Markets
American Bank & Trust (AB&T) is pleased to announce that Kathy Graff has joined the bank as market president in Tea and Bill Kuhl as market president in Lennox. Kuhl and Graff bring a combined 55 years of financial services experience to serve and grow these...
American Bank & Trust Welcomes Hayden Handcock as Pierre Market President
American Bank & Trust (AB&T) is pleased to announce that Hayden Handcock has joined the team as the market president in Pierre, S.D. Handcock brings over nine years of agriculture financial services experience to serve the Central S.D. community. “I have spent...
Scott Erickson Ushers in a New Era of Financial Excellence as CEO of American Bank & Trust
American Bank & Trust (AB&T) is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Erickson as its new Chief Executive Officer. The transition finalizes the Board approved succession plan for the retiring Chief Executive Officer Doug Tribble. Mr. Erickson was...