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March 14, 2022 – Bank of Blue Valley, a division of HTLF Bank, through its parent company, Heartland Financial USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: HTLF), has been named a “Forbes Best Bank 2022.” In its annual review of the largest publicly traded banks and thrifts, Forbes ranked Heartland 28th among a nationwide group of 100 leading banking organizations with assets ranging from $9 billion to over $2 trillion. “We are proud to be named among the best banks in America for 2022,” said Tyson Leyendecker, President and CEO of Dubuque Bank and Trust. “As community banks, what sets us apart is our strong commitment to our customers, combined...

Bob Regnier, Bank of Blue Valley CEO and Founder, Announces Retirement and Continued Role as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors Overland Park, KS – November 16, 2021 – Bank of Blue Valley (BBV) announced today that Bob Regnier, Chief Executive Officer, plans to retire at the end of 2021; continuing an active role with the organization as Vice-Chairman role on the Board of Directors. As the Vice-Chairman of the board, he will remain involved with the organization in an advisory role, while being able to take time to enjoy retirement with his family, travel and continue his involvement in...

David LaBeaume Leaves Cerner to Join Bank of Blue Valley as Vice President, Treasury Management Banking Officer Overland Park, KS – Oct. 21, 2021 – Bank of Blue Valley (BBV) is proud to announce that David LaBeaume has joined the organization as a Treasury Management Banking Officer. LaBeaume brings a unique perspective to Bank of Blue Valley after working for Cerner Corporation as a Treasury Manager; bringing a valuable client perspective to our team. As a team member of our Treasury Management team, he will bring his perspective to consult with commercial and middle market companies to help...

Bank of Blue Valley Continues to Add Strength to Commercial Banking Team: Greg Singleton Joins as Commercial Banker Team Lead, SVP Overland Park, KS – September 16, 2021 – Bank of Blue Valley (BBV) continues to add strength to their commercial banking team with the addition of Greg Singleton. Singleton will serve as a Commercial Banker Team Lead, SVP. Singleton will provide expertise to commercial and middle market companies in the Kansas City area, helping them with their comprehensive lending needs, treasury management efficiencies and other services to help grow their businesses. “Greg is a...

Ben Hass Joins Bank of Blue Valley as Treasury Management Leader Overland Park, KS – Sept. 1, 2021 – Bank of Blue Valley (BBV) is proud to announce that Ben Hass has joined the organization as Senior Vice President and Treasury Management Leader. In his new role, he will provide expertise to commercial and middle market companies, helping them maximize their operating accounts and streamline their accounts payable and receivable departments. “With more than 20 years of experience in financial services, Ben can deliver valuable solutions to commercial and middle market companies,” said Will Fox...