Wayne Bank Nationally Recognized for Excellence in Community Banking October 22, 2026 Wayne Bank announced that it was recognized as one of the nation’s top community banks by The Institute for Extraordinary Banking™, receiving the prestigious Banky Award™. This recognition highlights Wayne Bank’s commitment to helping businesses and families achieve their financial goals. “At Wayne Bank, community banking is about so much more than providing financial services. It’s about the relationships we build, the people we serve, and the difference we make together,” said Jim Donnelly, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank. “I’m incredibly proud of our employees, who bring that commitment to life every day. This award is a reflection of their dedication and the trust our customers and communities place in us. As we continue to grow, our focus remains the same: making Every Day Better® for the people and communities we are proud to serve.” The Extraordinary Banking™ Awards highlight banks that work to support their community. “Community banks recognize the aspirations, dreams, and silent hopes of small business and families,” said Roxanne Emmerich, Chair and Founder of The Institute for Extraordinary Banking. “The heart and soul of an extraordinary bank is its visionary blueprint for its community’s success and its commitment to making that vision real. This year’s honorees, our Top 5 Percenters™, embody that standard of excellence.”