Executive Assistant Brandy Sanders lives that commitment every day, and her impact has been recognized with the 2026 Big Sky Chapter American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) Woman of the Year award. The annual honor recognizes an outstanding member for her professional achievements, leadership, and contributions to both the chapter and the community.

Opportunity Bank of Montana has been named one of Forbes’ Best-In-State Banks for 2026, a recognition based primarily on customer feedback and sentiment. The annual ranking, developed by Forbes and market research firm Statista, evaluates banks on factors including trust, customer service, digital services, and overall satisfaction.

Effective June 1, 2026, Darryl Rensmon was appointed President of Opportunity Bank of Montana and Eagle Bancorp Montana, Inc., the bank’s holding company. Laura Clark will continue serving as Chief Executive Officer of both Opportunity Bank of Montana and Eagle Bancorp Montana, Inc. This transition reflects a thoughtful succession planning process and demonstrates the organization’s commitment to leadership continuity, long-term stability, and sustained growth.

Opportunity Bank of Montana is in the running for Best Bank and Best Mortgage Lender in Distinctly Montana’s Best of Montana awards, recognizing the service our teams provide across communities statewide.

Opportunity Bank of Montana is pleased to celebrate Mike Banks, NMLS# 404629, Mortgage Branch Manager for Great Falls and Helena, who has been named NeighborWorks Great Falls’ Lender of the Year for the sixth consecutive year.

Nominations are open for two long-standing reader’s choice community recognition programs: the Missoulian’s Best of Missoula, and the Billings Gazette’s Best of Billings.