Brent Scott - MOST TRUSTWORTHY

For Brent Scott, the best part about working in the banking industry is developing trust with his customers. It’s always been that way for the president of Rockford Community Bank.

“Being trustworthy means calling people back, always telling the truth, especially when it’s difficult, and exceeding expectations,” he said. “It’s about being proactive and coming up with new ideas and letting them know you have their best interest at heart. I was brought up to be a good person, and that’s the same philosophy we have at the bank.”

After graduating from Rockford Lutheran High School, Scott earned a finance degree from the University of Missouri. He landed at Chase and spent 20 years there before moving to Rockford Community Bank, a Wintrust community bank, five years ago. He became president earlier this year.

Scott feels he can make a bigger difference for his customers by meeting them on their own turf than by sitting behind his desk.

“It’s about talking with clients, touring their facilities and seeing them interact with their employees,” he said. “That’s the most rewarding part of what I do.”

An active member of the community, Scott serves on the boards of the Rockford Chamber, the Stateline Chamber and One Body Collaboratives. He also helped start Next Rockford.

“I have immense pride in the Rockford community and in the work we do at Rockford Community Bank,” he said. “Growing up here definitely gives me a leg up in our business. Rockford is different than other towns, and you need to understand that in order to be successful here.”