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Mar 3, 2023

Bank of Elk River voted Best Bank in Star News Readers’ Choice Awards

Community members have once again voted The Bank of Elk River as Best Bank in the 2023 Star News Readers’ Choice Awards. Additionally, Otsego branch manager, Tricia Schultz-Haemig was voted Best Mortgage Lender for the second year in a row.

“We appreciate your vote of confidence,” said John Babcock, Chairman/CEO/President of The Bank of Elk River. “Thank you for your continued support and trust in us to be your chosen financial partner.”

This is the 11th year the Star News has held the Readers’ Choice Awards—the Bank of Elk River has won Best Bank or Best Mortgage Lender every year since it started. Category winners are chosen based on who received the most votes in their respective business categories. Residents in Elk River, Otsego, portions of Ramsey, and Orrock Township are given the opportunity to cast their vote.

The award contest is a way to help celebrate the best that local north metro communities have to offer.

“This area is flourishing with diverse businesses that truly are the best in their respective industries,” Babcock said. “Our residents are fortunate to have such a large variety of businesses offering unique products and services.”

Winners were announced in a special Star News publication released on January 28th, 2023. To see the full publication, click here.