Citizens Bank Named “Best Place to Work” by Arkansas Business for Fifth Time

Citizens Bank, headquartered in Batesville, Arkansas, has been named one of the 2023 “Best Places to Work” by Arkansas Business. This is the fifth time the bank has received this honor. 

“To be recognized multiple times in this way exemplifies a commitment to our People First mission and a commitment to the communities we serve,” said Adam Mitchell, President and CEO of Citizens Bank.

In its 11th year, Arkansas Business continues to offer this program in partnership with Workforce Research Group. This survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best employers in Arkansas, benefiting the state’s economy, workforce and businesses.

Seventy years after its founding, the bank’s mission continues to put “People First.” The bank’s leadership recognizes the heart of the organization is a culture designed to give back both personally and professionally. 

Unique associate recognition programs, commitment to professional development and investment in a variety of benefits, sets the bank apart as a great place to work. Taking care of its associates and their communities is a core tenant of the bank’s culture. Citizens Bank is expanding its footprint to give more communities access to its beyond banking philosophy and “People First” mission. 

Citizens Bank’s other recent recognitions include: 2022- Best Banks to Work For- American Banker; 2022 Best Places to Work - Arkansas Business; 2021 Best Places to Work - Arkansas Business; 2020 Bank of the Year (Category 2) by Arkansas District Office of the Small Business Administration; 2020 Best Places to Work - Arkansas Business; Excellence in Business Award – Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards; 2019 Community Commitment Award – American Bankers Association Foundation; 2018 Best Places to Work in Arkansas Top 40 - Arkansas Business; and 2018 Community Collaboration Award – Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards.