Alliance Bank plans expansion

Alliance Bank prides itself on being the only community-owned bank locally headquartered in Cape Girardeau.

Alliance Bank opened for business in October of 1997 and has been growing ever since.

The reason Alliance Bank was founded is because a group of local business people felt the need for a locally owned bank that could relate to the communities it serves. Today Alliance Bank has locations in Cape Girardeau, Sikeston, and Oran but also has future expansion planned.

The bank's goal of serving local communities continues to be important after almost over a decade of business. The management team has a strong financial background with a well-respected lending staff representing over 150 years of experience and a long history of serving local communities. The entire Alliance Bank team makes it a priority to respond quickly and professionally to all customer needs. "We design our products and services to what customers 'want' rather than only offering standardized items. We believe listening to our customers is the way we will continue to gain customers in our markets. Customers drive the business," stated Cord Polen, President and CEO of the bank.

"We regularly ask our customers (large and small) what we could do better and what they need."

Alliance Bank strives to make their motto, "Your best friend in banking," alive with every customer contact it makes. Alliance Bank offers consumer, mortgage and commercial loans, PLUS deposit & electronic banking services for both consumers and businesses. The bank's liquid CD product offers the customer a way to earn high interest rates while having immediate access to their money. Customers love the variety of features available through their internet banking services, including the ability to transfer funds to another financial institution.

Alliance Bank employees have always been involved with community activities and as community volunteers. They continue to be involved with their schools, churches, service clubs and civic activities such as United Way, chamber of commerce, airport board, and school board.

The Alliance Bank team is excited about the upcoming year and growth opportunities. Contact the Cape branch at 573-334-1010 to learn how they can enhance your banking experience and you can become their "best friend in banking."