Hayden Handcock has joined the American Bank & Trust team as the market president in Pierre. Handcock has over nine years of agriculture financial services experience.
“I have spent my career in agriculture by supporting dreams in both community and fields,” said Handcock. “My mission is to help support individuals pursue and thrive in their interests, ensuring success at every step. “I am honored to lead and inspire the talented team in Pierre and committed to fostering collaboration, innovation and a shared dedication to serving our community.”
“We are thrilled to welcome Hayden to the exceptional AB&T team,” stated Scott Erickson, President and CEO. “He demonstrates the definition of what we mean by community banking with local, fast decision-making to best serve the towns that we have grown up in.”
Handcock is a proud native of Onida, S.D. where he graduated from Sully Buttes High School before attending South Dakota State University and then returning to his hometown to embark on his banking journey. He is a 2015 graduate of the SDBA National School for Beginning Ag Bankers and a 2016 graduate of the SDBA National School for Experience Ag Banker. Handcock has previously held roles as commercial loan officer at an agricultural financing company as well as another regional bank.
“I decided to take this new role as I had a strong desire to return to community banking,” said Handcock. “Community banking is the heartbeat of local economies, fostering trust, resilience, and personalized support that big institutions often can’t match. It’s not just about transactions; it’s about building relationships and investing in the prosperity of our local communities.”
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