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i3 Bank will never call and ask for your PIN or online banking login credentials, nor will we send text messages requesting password resets. Please be aware that scammers may use phone number spoofing to make calls or texts appear as though they are coming from i3 Bank. If you receive a message or call like this, do not respond – contact us directly using a trusted phone number or visit your local branch.
i3 Bank has grown alongside the communities we serve. What began nearly a century ago has evolved into a trusted Nebraska‑based financial partner, offering consumer, commercial, agriculture, and mortgage loans, along with a full range of deposit products. Today, we proudly serve Douglas, Saunders, and Lancaster counties, with locations in Bennington, Omaha, Ashland, and Lincoln.
At i3 Bank, relationships come first. Our experienced team is committed to understanding the needs of each individual and business we serve, delivering personalized solutions and dependable service at every stage. Whether you’re building a business, financing a home, or growing your savings, we’re here to support your goals—today and for generations to come.
Founded by Charles F. Roe and his son Harold, Bank of Bennington was built on trust, personal relationships, and local decision‑making. Created to serve families, farms, and small businesses, it has remained rooted in the community it calls home.
Leadership passed to the next generation when Jerry E. Roe became president. With a steady hand and a commitment to responsible banking, the bank remained focused on transparency, consistency, and service rooted in community values.
Leslie R. Andersen succeeded her father as president, continuing a fourth‑generation legacy where professionalism, courtesy, and personal service came first. The bank’s commitment to integrity remained unchanged as it prepared for future growth.
Bank of Ashland joined the Bank of Bennington family, extending relationship‑driven banking to more Nebraska communities.
A loan production office opened in Lincoln, Nebraska, reflecting a growing need for accessible lending solutions and reinforcing the bank’s commitment to innovation and responsiveness.
Leslie R. Andersen assumed the role of CEO, supported by market presidents in Bennington, Omaha, Ashland, and Lincoln to enhance local leadership and focus.
The Lincoln loan office transitioned into a full‑service branch, offering customers access to the bank’s complete range of financial products and reinforcing its long‑term commitment to the community.
Bank of Bennington rebranded as i3 Bank, reflecting its core values of Impact, Innovation, and Integrity. While the name changed, its people, relationships, and commitment to the community remained unchanged.
Tim Clark was named President, continuing a tradition of thoughtful leadership and responsible growth focused on long‑term customer and community success.
i3 Bank established its Banking as a Service (BaaS) division, supporting innovation and growth through embedded banking solutions.
Today, i3 Bank serves Douglas, Saunders, and Lancaster counties through locations in Bennington, Omaha, Ashland, and Lincoln. Nearly a century after its founding, the bank continues to grow alongside its communities by pairing trusted relationships with modern banking solutions.