Fourth Generation Carlander Family
The State Bank of Faribault and the Carlander family, proud owners for four generations, take great pride not only in the Bank , but also in their community.
On December 20, 1919, the newly chartered Faribault State Bank opened for business in the Masonic Building at 228 Central Avenue. John W. Boock was elected its first president. The Statement of Condition listed $100,000 in total resources and $60,500 in capital.
The bank remained in that location until 1930 when the newly named Faribault State Bank and Trust Company acquired a vacant building at 229 Central Avenue. On September 26, 1938, John Carlander was elected president of the bank. In an interview, Mr. Carlander stated, “I am impressed with the beauty of this city and the progressive spirit of its people. I am pleased with the promising prospects of a bigger and better Faribault State Bank.”
In 1939 the bank surrendered its trust powers and became The State Bank of Faribault. Then, on June 1, 1959, following the construction of a new building, The State Bank of Faribault moved to its current location at 428 Central Avenue. Since then the bank added six drive-up units, two ATM’s and four major additions to the building. In 1991, The State Bank of Faribault purchased a building at 202 Western Avenue near the Faribo West Mall. After extensive remodeling, the West Mall Branch Office opened for business on November 26, 1991. Bank customers have enjoyed the convenience of a second location ever since. After renovating an existing building at 6867 Boudin St NE, Prior Lake, we opened our third office on June 3, 2019.
Throughout the years the bank has continued to expand progressively in size as well as in technology. Under the leadership and guidance of Chairman of the Board, Richard J. Carlander and President, John R. Carlander, assets of the bank have grown to over $300 million.
The State Bank of Faribault continues to be a strong, stable and independent locally-owned bank. We have taken an active leadership and supportive role in hundreds of community service projects. We are growing and are prepared to remain an active leader in our community for years to come.