Bank among state's best employers

SANDUSKY — Civista Bank was recently named as one of Crain's Cleveland Business' 2024 Best Employers in Ohio. This year's annual list of the Best Employers in Ohio rankings was created by Workforce Research Group on behalf of Crain's. For the 14th consecutive year, Civista Bank has been named to the list. This statewide survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize and honor workforce engagement. The 2024 Best Employers in Ohio list is made up of 45 companies. "We are incredibly proud to be recognized as one of the Best Employers in Ohio for the 14th consecutive year," said Dennis Shaffer, Civista's president and CEO. "This honor is a testament to our exceptional team whose dedication to serving our customers and uplifting our communities over the past 140 years makes this achievement possible," Shaffer added. "As we continue to grow, we remain committed to evolving and meeting the diverse needs of our communities, enhancing the financial well-being of both our customers and team members." Bio blast Founded in 1884, Civista Bank is the community banking subsidiary of Civista Bancshares, Inc., a financial services holding company with assets of $3.9 billion headquartered in Sandusky. Civista Bank provides full-service banking, commercial lending, mortgage and wealth management services to individuals, businesses, governments and nonprofits. Civista Leasing & Finance, a division of Civista Bank offers commercial equipment leasing services for businesses nationwide. Today, Civista operates 43 offices across Ohio, southeastern Indiana and northern Kentucky.