Johnson named branch manager of Columbia Falls Stockman Bank

Mark L. Johnson has joined Stockman Bank as a branch manager for Stockman’s Columbia Falls location. The bank is currently under construction and is slated to open in early summer. His responsibilities include overseeing bank operations, management and employee supervision, developing and servicing commercial and construction loans, and assisting clients with their lending and credit needs.

Johnson brings 30 years of banking experience to the position in a career that started when he was 16, working as a check clerk in his hometown of Great Falls. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Business Finance from Montana State University he moved to Columbia Falls in 1996, going to work as a consumer lender. He most recently worked as Director of Lending at Montana West Economic Development. 

“We are excited to welcome Mark to the Stockman Family,” stated Joe Kola, Flathead Market President. “He joins more than 1,000 Montanans in an organization rooted in hard work, dedication to our community, and superior customer service. We look forward to expanding our distinctive brand of Montana community banking and unparalleled service to Columbia Falls.”

He is deeply involved in the Columbia Falls area and currently serves on the Columbia Falls Planning Board, the Columbia Falls Food Bank Board, and St. Richard’s Parish Financial Council. He is also a founding member of the Columbia Falls Community Foundation. Previously, he held several leadership roles with the Columbia Falls Chamber, including president, and served as both president and vice president of the Lions Club. 

He may be reached at 406-897-3039 and upon the bank’s completion it will be located at 121 9th Street West in Columbia Falls.

Stockman Bank is Montana’s largest, family-owned, community bank, with locations across the state. Stockman is uniquely focused on Montana, with comprehensive banking products and services, along with state-of-the-art online and mobile banking, wealth management and insurance services. To learn more visit www.stockmanbank.com.