Independent Bank is a bank headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The bank has 62 branches, all of which are in Michigan.[2]
History
The bank traces its roots to First National Bank of Ionia, which was founded in 1864.
In 1896, relinquished its national charter and obtained a state charter, reorganized as State Savings Bank of Ionia.
in 1952, changed name to First Security Band.
In 1974, Independent Bank Corporation was established as the bank holding company.[3]
In 1985, Independent Bank Corporation joined the NASDAQ stock exchange.[4]
In 2003, the company acquired Mepco Insurance Premium Finance.[5]