Testimonials
THE FIDELITY DIFFERENCE.
We believe we are special. We believe our culture is second to none. Not just because we have beautiful buildings or state-of-the-art technology, but because the people who work within those walls and utilize that technology in service of our customers and communities are second to none. Our success has always been about people, that’s why we call it the Fidelity family. Hear now from a few family members in their own words on what it means to work with purpose and passion every day.
ANTHONY SHELTON
Branch Manager
Anthony Shelton brought his significant professional expertise to Fidelity Bank in mid-2023. With firsthand knowledge of the employee experience at other local financial institutions, he was seeking an employer who could deliver on what he believes to be the one element that separates the good jobs from the bad—culture. After receiving many encouraging endorsements, Anthony decided to invest his career with Fidelity and was thrilled to discover that the rumors were true.
To be honest, I’ve always wanted to work at Fidelity. I’ve been in banking for a while and all I would ever hear about is how good the culture was here. And when you pair that with everything they’ve done in the community, why wouldn’t you want to come experience it for yourself? It provides a home for bold and unique thinkers to foster their creativity to build a better community. I’m proud to work for Fidelity Bank because my personal values align with the company’s core values. It’s a place where I feel accepted, secure in who I am and valued for my passion. Home!
CONNER SMITH
Business 360 Banker
The disruption caused by the global pandemic inspired many professionals like Connor Smith to reconsider their career paths. He was looking for a change, seeking to leverage his financial advisor experience into a role that would allow him to thrive through meaningful work with a quality employer. After accepting a new job with Fidelity Bank in 2021, Connor found exactly what he was looking for.
During COVID, I was searching for work with a great culture and care for its employees. Being from Wichita, I had always thought of Fidelity Bank as a good company with integrity whose leaders wholeheartedly want their employees to shine and grow. From top to bottom, Fidelity hires the right people. More than any of my past organizations, our culture allows me to thrive serving customers that I love working with and focusing on their needs, not just the needs of our bank.
LAUREN VARDIMAN, AVP
Program Manager
In order to build a more inclusive workforce, Fidelity Bank offers a paid, year-round internship program that introduces students to banking and the diverse professional opportunities it offers. Lauren Vardiman is one of several intern alums whose professional career was positively influenced by her time at Fidelity. Today, she continues to take advantage of the many opportunities offered to Fidelity family members to encourage continual learning and leadership development.
I accepted an internship position in the Retail Operations department during college and quickly realized that I could see a long-term career with Fidelity because they invest wholeheartedly in their employees with new programs and training opportunities. They want to see their people succeed, and when you do succeed, you can count on your Fidelity family to be right beside you, cheering you on. I came to the bank to gain experience and I’ve stayed because of the people, the culture and the countless opportunities for personal and professional growth that I’ve been given.
MICHAEL WILLIAMS, VP
HR Talent Manager
Although Fidelity Bank takes pride in its large number of long-time employees, it’s perfectly natural for staff members to arrive and depart throughout the years. Michael Williams is one of several employees who have gained a new appreciation for the Fidelity family after the experience of working for other employers. Shortly after leaving the bank for a new opportunity, he returned to Fidelity upon realizing the importance of its unique culture.
It only took three months away for me to realize that the culture at Fidelity Bank was not something I was willing to give up. The Bastian family has a genuine concern for the employees of the company. Their insistence on celebrating the employees here is a major draw. The advertisements around the bank are real employees. The commercials feature real customers. If you’re doing it right, you don’t need to hire actors to read scripts. You can get personal accounts from the people who are actually connected to your company.
RYAN MONTFORD, VP
Credit Administration Manager
By the time Ryan Montford decided to make a career change, he had heard all about Fidelity Bank’s family-oriented culture from his then-girlfriend and Fidelity family member, Mollye: year-round employee celebrations, organized volunteer opportunities and significant community investment. It sounded like a great place to work and Ryan decided to make the career move in 2015. Nearly one decade later, he continues to find strength and purpose in his family—at home with wife Mollye and at work leading Fidelity’s Credit Administration department.
I really like the family-owned aspect of the bank and truly feel as though I am treated like family. Decisions are made based on what is right by the employees, not the bottom line. We put our money where our mouth is when it comes to helping build a better community. It makes me proud to work for an organization that has such a positive image in the community. I love working at Fidelity because I feel I am truly valued as a person and I get the opportunity to learn something new every day.
TERRIE NORWOOD, VP
Retail Banking Director
Over the years, Terrie noticed several colleagues and leaders had accepted positions at Oklahoma Fidelity Bank. They all had the same story to tell: Great culture, clear vision, engaged leadership. When she saw an opportunity to join the bank, Terrie decided to find out if the rumors were true.
The leadership at Fidelity is different from anything I have experienced before. Our leaders are not afraid to ask difficult questions. Instead, they take that feedback and have the courage to move forward to create a better experience for our teams, our customers and our communities! At Fidelity, you don’t have to choose between home life and work life because you can be successful and fulfilled in both!
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