California Bank & Trust (CB&T), as a Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ: ZION) affiliate, was recognized by Coalition Greenwich as a 2026 Best Bank Award winner, receiving 15 Best Bank Awards for serving middle market and small business clients.
Since the start of the awards in 2009, Zions is one of four U.S. banks to have averaged 15 or more middle market and small business Coalition Greenwich Best Bank Awards annually. It has received the second-highest number of awards in the middle market category and ranks sixth in the small business category, with 108 wins since 2009.
“At California Bank & Trust, we believe strong relationships are the foundation of great banking,” said CB&T President and CEO Eric Ellingsen. “Because these 15 Best Bank Awards are based on client feedback, they validate our service-first culture and our commitment to delivering an exceptional banking experience.”
These awards are based on approximately 25,000 market research interviews with businesses nationwide, evaluating more than 500 banks, of which 46 were recognized for measurable distinctive quality. Coalition Greenwich surveyed areas such as a bank's perception of trust, its commitment to long term relationships, product capabilities, and the quality of advice that supports customers' business growth.
Zions earned the following 2026 Coalition Greenwich Awards:
Middle Market ($10-$500 million in annual sales)
• Best Bank – Trust
• Best Bank – Values Long-Term Relationships
• Best Bank – Customer Service
• Best Bank – Ease of Doing Business
• Best Bank – Advisory Capabilities of Relationship Manager
• Best Bank – Satisfaction with Relationship Manager
• Best Bank – Satisfaction with Relationship Manager (West)
Small Business ($1-$10 million in annual sales)
• Best Bank – Trust
• Best Bank – Values Long-Term Relationships
• Best Bank – Likelihood to Recommend
• Best Bank – Customer Service
• Best Bank – Satisfaction with Relationship Manager
• Best Bank – Product Capabilities in Cash Management
• Best Bank – Likelihood to Recommend (West)
• Best Bank – Satisfaction with Relationship Manager (West)
To learn more about CB&T’s commitment to empowering California’s communities, visit calbanktrust.com. In addition, connect with CB&T on Meta, X, Instagram and LinkedIn.
About California Bank & Trust (CB&T): Headquartered in San Diego, California Bank & Trust has been helping California families and businesses thrive for over 70 years. With local decision-making backed by regional strength, CB&T’s knowledgeable bankers provide personalized solutions that go beyond what traditional banks offer.
CB&T has earned consistent recognition, including being voted:
• “Best Bank” by San Diego Union-Tribune readers for 15 consecutive years
• “Best Commercial Bank” for 12 years running
• “Best Bank” in The Orange County Register and Sacramento Bee readership polls
• “Best Bank” and “Best Place to Work” in the Best of Desert Community’s Choice Awards
Media Contact:
Sarah Bilyeu
California Bank & Trust
sarah.bilyeu@calbt.com
(619) 252-9111