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Barb Sheldon

SVP, Commercical Banking Manager An earnest drive to learn from business owners, and the challenge of finding innovative ways to support and finance growth is what continues to energize Barb Sheldon. “I find that business owners are proud of what they do, and love to share their stories. It’s fascinating to hear what they have

Highland Bank Expands Locations

Highland Bancshares, Inc., parent holding company of Highland Bank, a locally and independently owned community business-focused bank, announces the successful completion of its merger of Boundary Waters Bank today.  Boundary Waters Bank had branches located in Woodbury, Blaine and Ely Minnesota, which held approximately $100 million in deposits. On December 9, 2022, Highland announced a

Sarah Kolek

SVP, Commercical Banking Manager A career in banking was not something that Sarah Kolek planned on as she completed her education in business management, rather something that fell into place. Growing up in the rural Midwest, Sarah knew the value of hard work. Banking gave her added perspective on what it takes to run a

An Open Letter to Our Customers Regarding Recent Bank Failures

At Highland Bank we take great pride in the open and trusted relationship that we cultivate with our customers.  So, when news reports like the bank failures of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Signature bank make our communities question their financial security, we are thankful that we can confidently step into the conversation and put

Highland Bancshares Completes Acquisition of Boundary Waters Bank

Highland Bancshares, Inc., parent holding company of Highland Bank, a locally and independently owned community business-focused bank, announced the completion of its acquisition of Boundary Waters Bank today. Boundary Waters Bank has branches located in Woodbury, Blaine and Ely Minnesota, which hold approximately $100 million in deposits. This transaction sets forth a plan for future

Highland Bank to Acquire Boundary Waters Bank Locations

Highland Bank, a locally and independently owned community business-focused bank, signed a definitive agreement on August 17, 2022 to purchase Boundary Waters Bank, pending regulatory approval.  Boundary Waters Bank has branches located in Woodbury, Blaine and Ely Minnesota, which hold approximately $100 million in deposits.  The acquisition is expected to be complete by the end

Scott Ellingson

SVP/Senior Commercial Banker Wide range of lending experience involving commercial and industrial, real estate and professional service. 30+ years of Relationship Management experience. Masters Degree in Finance – St. Thomas University (MBA). Bachelors Degree in Economics and Business from Luther College (BA) Certified Wealth Strategist (CWS) With thirty plus years in the banking / lending

Michael Linder

AVP/Commercial Banker Curious by nature and a consummate learner, Michael Linder is ideally suited to his role as Commercial Banker. With over a decade of banking and credit experience, Michael channels his education to help business owners with comprehensive financial solutions. He knows that good communication is critical when it comes to financial matters, and

Eric Haney

Assistant Vice President/small business Banker Primarily serves lower to middle-market commercial clients Has worked in the banking industry since 1993, experienced in commercial lending since 2015 Holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of St Thomas St Jude Children’s Research Hospital Committee Member since 2001 Eric’s banking career spans nearly 30 years having