On May 7–8, our team participated in the Helena Chamber of Commerce’s Career Exploration Day, joining students from Helena Middle School and C.R. Anderson Middle School at Helena College for two days of hands on learning and discovery.

Opportunity Bank of Montana announced that Dustin Barber has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer.

We’re celebrating Brie Mattick, Branch Manager of our Bozeman Oak location, on her upcoming graduation from Leadership Bozeman on May 14, a program presented by the Bozeman Chamber of Commerce designed to cultivate informed, connected, and engaged leaders across the local community.

Nominations for the Gallatin’s Greatest Readers’ Choice Awards are now open, giving community members the opportunity to recognize their favorite locate businesses. Opportunity Bank of Montana is eligible for nominations in several categories, including Best Bank, Best Customer Service, and Best Mortgage Lender and we welcome the support of our community members during the nomination phase.

Dedicated to community service, Jalena Jonhson brings her passion for people into every part of her work. As Opportunity Bank of Montana’s Regional Retail Manager in Helena, she leads teams in both Helena and Great Falls, while staying deeply connected to the Helena community through hands-on volunteer work.

April is a special month in the world of banking—it’s both Community Banking Month and Financial Literacy Month. Together, these celebrations shine a light on two things that go hand in hand: the essential role community banks play in strengthening local communities, and the importance of financial education in helping individuals and businesses make confident, informed money decisions.