Our Mission

in the Business Community

 

Our mission at Sauk Valley Bank is to meet the diverse needs of businesses in our community by matching high-quality products and services with unparalleled customer service.

 

 

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Sterling, Illinois, Sauk Valley Bank is one of the fastest growing banks in Illinois, with assets of approximately $187.4 million. But numbers and statistics aren’t what make us a leading provider of financial services—it’s our unparalleled customer service that truly sets us apart. It’s the reason for our growth, the reason for our success, and the reason we believe your business will have greater success with us behind it.

 

Our goal is to exceed your expectations in three areas: service, industry knowledge, and professionalism. Every time you contact us, you can expect to receive a timely, accurate, and solution-focused response.

 

Should you decide to transfer your business to Sauk Valley Bank, our team will assist you with every aspect of the transition.  Should you have questions along the way, our team is available to assist you at any time.

                          

 

The Business Services Team

 

Christine Mitchell, Vice President Corporate Services

Chris leads the sales and promotion of Sauk Valley Bank’s Business Services products, specializing in Business Checking, Merchant Services, Net Teller, and Cash Management. Prior to joining Sauk Valley Bank in 2002, Chris worked in the mortgage title industry. 

 

Tara Beer, Administrative Assistant

Tara performs a wide range of support and duties by providing secretarial services and relieving routine administration duties for management, in addition to supporting the Business Development staff with new accounts and customer support.