BankCherokee

09/01/2026

September is Community Impact Month, an annual effort led by the Minnesota Bankers Association that brings banks across Minnesota together to give back to the communities they serve.

This month at BankCherokee, our team will be rolling up our sleeves, cooking and preparing snacks for children, helping sort and organize donations, distributing fresh produce, assembling snack kits, and pitching in on community and park cleanups.

While the events are a mix of big and small projects, they all have one thing in common: they’re all ways to help show up for our community.

We’re proud to be part of an industry that believes banking is about more than business; it’s about helping build stronger communities, together.

09/01/2026

Please join us in welcoming Tom Sanvick and Jeff Hable to BankCherokee! 👏

Tom and Jeff have joined our commercial lending team as Senior Vice President Market Leads and Commercial Lenders, serving the North Metro and West Metro.

Both bring strong banking experience, community involvement, and a passion for helping local businesses succeed. We're excited to have them on board as we continue growing throughout the Twin Cities.

Read the full announcement on our website: https://bankcherokee.com/news/bankcherokee-adds-two-commercial-banking-leaders/

08/31/2026

A quick reminder that our branches and offices will be closed on Saturday, September 5 and Monday, September 7, in observance of the federal holiday. We’ll be back to serve you on Tuesday, September 8.

For more details, visit our website: https://bankcherokee.com/news/federal-holiday-bank-closed-saturday-september-5-and-monday-september-7/

08/26/2026

Going to the Minnesota State Fair?

We’ve got FOUR very good reasons to make a few extra stops while you’re there. Four of our iconic clients are serving up some of the best parts of the Great Minnesota Get-Together:

🍪 Sweet Martha's Cookie Jar: Three locations around the fairgrounds, serving chocolate chip cookies, coffee & milk
🌮 El Sol Mexican Foods: Underwood St., just outside the southwest corner of the Food Building, offering burritos, tacos, tostadas & nachos
🧀 The Mouth Trap Cheese Curds: Food Building (center section), selling deep-fried, battered cheese curds
🏠 MÜKitchen: Lower level of the Grandstand, selling Minnesota-themed kitchen merch, dish cloths & eco-friendly scrubbies

We’re proud to work with businesses that help make Minnesota (and the State Fair) so special. Grab a cookie, eat a cheese curd (or 12), find your new favorite taco and bring home something fun for the kitchen.

We’ll see you there!

08/24/2026

The cutest race on Grand Avenue is back on September 13. See you at the starting line! 🐾 Register your pup today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnekw7rZBO-5SE1wbE1JxGmnw1FQ7kKinQEcXPheIp2NvWNg/viewform

🐾🏁 They’re off! The cutest race of the year is back — the Paws on Grand Annual Weiner Dog Race, sponsored by BankCherokee!

Think your pup has what it takes? 🐶 Sign up your weiner-dog-sized breed today and get ready for some tail-wagging competition.

📅 Registration closes September 10 — don’t miss it! (Link in comments)

08/21/2026

25 years of hard work, innovation, and family leadership deserves to be celebrated 🎉

Congratulations to Foam Industries, Inc. on this incredible milestone! From expanding their facility to pursuing new opportunities for growth, their story is one of vision, perseverance, and a commitment to building something lasting.

We’re proud to celebrate their 25th business anniversary and wish their team continued success in the years ahead.

Want to learn more about their journey? Check out their client success story here: https://bankcherokee.com/stories/supporting-foam-industries-through-a-growth-spurt/

08/19/2026

Last week, BankCherokee employees and their families came together for our annual Employee & Family Event!

The event took place at Main Event - Woodbury, MN and was an evening filled with fun, laughter, and friendly competition. Team members and their families enjoyed arcade games, bowling, pool, and laser tag while spending time together and building relationships beyond the workplace.

A huge thank you to our Employee Connections Committee for putting together such a fun and memorable event! We’re already looking forward to next year 🧡

08/13/2026

Bryan Frandrup, Chief Lending Officer, recently closed a $4,589,000 commercial real estate loan to help a client refinance an office building in Apple Valley.

The transaction called for creativity, collaboration, and careful coordination among all parties involved. By understanding the client's goals and navigating a complex financing process, Bryan helped deliver a solution that supported the borrower's long-term plans.

At BankCherokee, we know that no two clients, and no two deals, are alike. We're proud to help our clients navigate important decisions with practical guidance and responsive, relationship-based banking.

08/12/2026

Congratulations to Commercial Equities Group on your recently closed commercial real estate loan! We're proud to have had Gary White, SVP Commercial Lender, at the table helping turn opportunity into reality 👏

Jeff got to sit down at the closing table last week. There’s nothing like watching a deal go from negotiation to closing. It takes a lot of hands to get a deal across the finish line, and this one was no different.

Big thanks to Edgewater Title and Bank Cherokee for being part of the team that got this one done. 🚀

08/11/2026

Fraud isn't always obvious anymore.

Today's scammers use realistic emails, familiar logos, fake invoices, and even AI-generated messages to make fraudulent requests appear legitimate.

That's why protecting your business takes more than knowing what to watch for. Strong processes, clear verification procedures, and the right safeguards can help prevent costly mistakes before money ever leaves your account.

In our latest blog, we cover:
✔️ Common fraud tactics targeting businesses
✔️ Why smart people still fall for sophisticated scams
✔️ Practical payment controls every business should consider
✔️ Banking tools that can help strengthen your defenses

At BankCherokee, we believe prevention starts with preparation. Read the full article at the link in our bio.