NO. 19: Security Bank

August 25, 2015, 10:00 p.m. EDT 1 Min Read

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Community service initiative: Every year, Security's branches sell raffle tickets to raise funds for Permian Basin Rehabilitation Center. Employees also volunteer at the center's telethon.

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Security Bank operates 12 branches in central and west Texas, where football is king.

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Location: Midland, Texas
Assets: $947 million
Employees: 158
CEO: Jim Smitherman
www.mysbank.com

Popular with employees: Branches that win a monthly trivia contest get a catered lunch.

Employee recognition/appreciation program: All employees get a bonus in December, based on Security's performance.

Community service initiative: Security partners with multiple organizations in its communities to teach financial literacy to students and adults.

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