October is Employee Ownership Month, and we're celebrating by highlighting the journeys of our employee-owners! Meet Innovation Officer/Digital & Payment Strategist Zach Miller, who began his Bravera journey in 2014 as a college intern. With the guidance of mentors and a passion for long-term planning, he became an employee-owner in 2019—a decision that has shaped not only his career but also his commitment to Bravera’s future. Today, Zach leads initiatives that empower our customers and communities through technology. His advice to future employee-owners: “Start now, stay within your means and continue to invest as it fits your financial situation.” Stay tuned as we share more stories from our incredible team throughout October! #ForgeYourPath #EmployeeOwnershipMonth #EmployeeOwned #Dickinson #NorthDakota #Minnesota #Montana
About us
We are Bravera, an employee- and director-owned company of advisors who help build the financial strength, stability and growth of every community to which we belong. We’re driven to serve you, coming together to forge new paths to help you achieve your business and personal goals. From small towns to larger cities, from the wide-open plains to the rugged beauty of the mountains, from family farms to energy fields, to the people building businesses and lives in our communities, Bravera is powered by the energy of all those we serve with a footprint that reaches far and wide, with a focus always on our people. With roots dating back to 1909, we are comprised of Bravera Bank, Bravera Insurance and Bravera Wealth; all falling under the holding company, Bravera Holdings Corp. This allows us the unique opportunity to offer customers a complete financial services package. Located in North Dakota and Montana, the three Bravera entities have 32 locations in 27 communities including Bismarck, Burlington, Cando, Carrington, Cooperstown, Fargo, Finley, Devils Lake, Drake, Dickinson, Killdeer, Leeds, Mandan, McClusky, Minot, New England, Northwood, Stanley, Underwood and Watford City in North Dakota and Billings, Glendive, Great Falls and Helena in Montana and Albertville and Kerkhoven in Minnesota Bravera Bank is Member FDIC / Equal Housing Lender. Products and services offered through Bravera Insurance and Bravera Wealth are not a deposit, not FDIC insured, not insured by any federal government agency, not financial institution guaranteed and may lose value. Products and services offered by Bravera Wealth may be subject to investment risk, including loss of principal amount invested.
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http://bravera.bank
External link for Bravera
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Dickinson, North Dakota
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1909
- Specialties
- Financial Services, Insurance Services, Trust Services, Mortgage, Bank, Wealth Management, Investment Services, Business Lending, Consumer Lending, and Finances
Locations
Employees at Bravera
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Steven Bergene
Revenue Growth | Business Development | Relationship Management | Territory Management | Communication | Negotiation
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Tadd D. Tobkin
Transformation Leader and Strategic Thinker
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Jeff Arbizzani
Consultative Leadership, Treasury Management, Revenue Optimizer, Stakeholder Influencer, Consistent Excellence
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Tina Goven
Information Security Officer - Bravera
Updates
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We are working relentlessly on our merge with VISIONBank! This is a huge milestone for us, and it wouldn't be possible without the incredible teamwork and hard work of our employees. Everyone has been working to make this transition as smooth as possible for our customers. We're grateful for their dedication and commitment to our company. We look forward to welcoming VISIONBank into the Bravera brand next week! #ForgeYourPath #TeamWork #Fargo #NorthDakota #Minnesota #Montana
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Congratulations to Private Banking Officer Julie Jeske on being nominated for Ambassador of the Year and Compliance Manager JP Feland for being a 2025 20 Under 40 award recipient from the Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDC! Our team had a great time celebrating them and the other local business members for their accomplishments at the Celebrate Bismarck Mandan ceremony last week. #ForgeYourPath #MovingBusinessForward #CelebrateBisMan2025 #NorthDakota
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Congratulations to our employees who reached a milestone work anniversary this month. We appreciate your years of service and dedication to Bravera! ⭐ Emily Wagner (Watford City) – 25 years of service ⭐ Lyn Moody (Bismarck) – 10 years of service ⭐ Lorelei Anderson (Bismarck) – 10 years of service ⭐ Jodie Rennich (Bismarck) – 10 years of service ⭐ Holly Thoren (Albertville) – 5 years of service ⭐ Lorri Wyatt-Williams (Bismarck) – 5 years of service #ForgeYourPath #BeBravera #Workiversary #NorthDakota #Minnesota #Montana #Bismarck #WatfordCity #Albertville
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Whether you're just starting out or growing into new markets, Bravera is here to support your business every step of the way. Big or small, our advisors are ready to help you as you forge your path ahead. Learn more about business banking with Bravera at bit.ly/455hKls. #ForgeYourPath #BusinessBanking #Advisor #NorthDakota #Minnesota #Montana
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Reviewing your Medicare Advantage coverage each year is a smart move for both your physical and financial well-being. Medicare open enrollment runs annually from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, making fall an ideal time to evaluate your plan and prepare for the year ahead. Visit bit.ly/3K2ctD8 to find out if your Medicare Advantage plan meets your needs. #ForgeYourPath #MedicareAdvantagePlan #Insurance #Dickinson #NorthDakota
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Retirement isn’t a single decision—it’s a series of choices and calculations. From estimating expenses to timing Social Security, every factor plays a role in shaping your income plan. Visit bit.ly/467kj6X to continue reading about the factors that go into your decision of when to retire. #ForgeYourPath #RetirementPlanning #Advisor #Bismarck #NorthDakota
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Recently, Chief Financial Officer Scott Bullinger was featured in Bank Holding Company Association Magazine. In his article, “Community Banking The Right Career Path for North Dakotan,” Scott shared his career journey—a testament to the impact of community banking. His path has been driven by a passion for serving others, and today he plays a key role in advancing our community-first mission. Read Scott's full interview here bit.ly/4mg57cw. #ForgeYourPath #CommunityBanking #EmployeeOwnership #NorthDakota #Montana #Minnesota
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We're asking our employees what they love about Bravera! This week we chatted with Payroll & Benefit Specialist. ⬇️ ❔ How long have you worked at Bravera? �� I’ve worked at Bravera for 27 years. ❔ What do you enjoy most about working at Bravera? 💬 The Bravera family and friends. After so many years here, I’ve found I can always count on my work family for support, a wealth of knowledge, and a strong sense of teamwork and camaraderie that makes even the toughest days manageable. Interested in joining our team? Learn more, view openings and apply online at bravera.bank/careers. #ForgeYourPath #Advisor #Bismarck #NorthDakota
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Meet Minot Insurance Advisor Cherisse Burns! 👋 A lifelong resident of North Dakota and originally from Kenmare, Cherisse has been working in the insurance industry since 2008. With access to Bravera’s full line of insurance products, she can determine the best ones for your business’ specific needs. “I really enjoy developing relationships with my clients and learning about their businesses.” With nearly two decades of experience, Cherisse understands insurance very well. She works closely with you to learn about your business and develop a tailored insurance plan. Get in touch with Cherisse at 701-837-5011 or learn more at bit.ly/41ElM28. #ForgeYourPath #MeetOurTeam #Welcome #NorthDakota #Minot
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