Great Western Bank is a full service bank providing banking services throughout Nebraska. read more
Great Western Bank Company Culture
Great Western Bank Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.8/5
Great Western Bank's Overall Culture is rated B
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Executive Team
APerks & Benefits
AOffice Culture
B+Professional Development
BCEO Rating
BGreat Western Bank CEO
Top 30%Top 30% of Similar Size Companies
Ken Karels
72 /100
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Diversity at Great Western Bank
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Recommend to a Friend?
-40
Great Western Bank employees are -40% more likely to recommend Great Western Bank as a great place to work
| 20% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 20% | Passives |
| 60% | Detractors |
Working at Great Western Bank
Working at Great Western Bank is rated average by 5 employees, across various culture dimensions. Great Western Bank employees are most satisfied about Executive Team, Perks And Benefits, and Office Culture categories, putting Great Western Bank’s culture in the Top 35% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 25% compared to other companies in Sioux Falls, SD. See below in detail how working at Great Western Bank was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Great Western Bank
B
Overall Company Culture at Great Western Bank is rated B
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35%
Great Western Bank ranks in the Top 35% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterGreat Western Bank Employee Reviews
Out of 8 Great Western Bank employee reviews, 50% were positive. The remaining 50% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Great Western Bank improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 50% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 50% |
Positive Reviews From Great Western Bank Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?It was simple and to the point
- What makes you most happy at work?Paycheck and different positions that are available
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?Free pop and vending machine
Constructive Feedback From Great Western Bank Employees
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?All being on the same page and not doing everything differently
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?We are easily replacable and pay is below average for work that is completed
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Communication and follow policies instead of guessing
Great Western Bank Company Information
Great Western Bank Company Overview
Great Western Bank is a full service bank providing banking services throughout Nebraska.
Great Western Bank Mission, Vision & Values
Great Western Bank Mission Statement
Our mission is to Make Life Great by taking outstanding care of our customers and creating long-term relationships.
Great Western Bank Vision Statement
Our vision is become one of the leading regional banks in the US through a commitment to organic growth and acquisitions aligned to strategy.
Great Western Bank Values
- Putting the customer first
- Getting the basics right
- Being authentic
- Respectful
- Doing the right thing
| Headquarter | Sioux Falls, SD |
|---|---|
| Website | www.greatwesternbank.com/ |
| Founding Date | 1935 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | GWB |
Great Western Bank Competitors
Great Western Bank competitors include First National Bank, Wells Fargo, BankUnited, and Bank of America. Great Western Bank ranks 3rd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Great Western Bank compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
Great Western Bank Employees
5 employees at Great Western Bank have reviewed Great Western Bank across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 5 Great Western Bank employees give their leadership a grade of C+, or Top 50% of similar size companies. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Great Western Bank are generally satisfied with their total compensation at Great Western Bank, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Great Western Bank are not very pleased with their team. 5 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C-. The majority believe the meetings at Great Western Bank are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Great Western Bank believe the environment at Great Western Bank is negative. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Great Western Bank is extremely fast. About 75% of the employees at Great Western Bank work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Great Western Bank are generally happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Great Western Bank - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Sioux Falls, SD about their company is that it was prepared on their first day. Sioux Falls, SD employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 63% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Great Western Bank KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Great Western Bank's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 Great Western Bank employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Great Western Bank CEO & Leadership
Great Western Bank CEO - Ken Karels
72 /100
Ken’s approval rate is just above average, putting Ken in the Top 30% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 10% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Sioux Falls, SD. Ken Karels is well regarded by employees for the Executive Team Great Western Bank offers, and ranks among the Top 10% of CEOs by employees in that category. Ken is most liked by Male employees. When compared to Great Western Bank’s competitors, Ken Karels ranks just above Wells Fargo’s CEO Charles Scharf. With Ken’s leadership, Great Western Bank employee respondents are most happy about their Executive Team and Perks And Benefits. Ken was rated slightly below average for eNPS.
Great Western Bank Leadership
The Great Western Bank Executive Team is rated an “A” and led by CEO Ken Karels, CFO & EVP Finance Peter Chapman, and Senior Vice President Operations and Business Products Andrew Woelfel
Ken Karels CEO / President
Ken Karels serves as the CEO / President of Great Western Bank.
Peter Chapman CFO & EVP Finance
Peter Chapman serves as the CFO & EVP Finance of Great Western Bank. Peter started at Great Western Bank in Nov of 2012.... read more
Andrew Woelfel Senior Vice President Operations and Business Products
Andrew Woelfel serves as the Senior Vice President Operations and Business Products of Great Western Bank. Andrew... read more
Craig Symons Sr. Vice President of Commercial Lending
Craig Symons serves as the Sr. Vice President of Commercial Lending of Great Western Bank. Craig started at Great... read more
Sudhakar Vishnubhotla Senior Vice President ( Information Security ,Governance ,Risk, Compliance)
Sudhakar Vishnubhotla serves as the Senior Vice President ( Information Security ,Governance ,Risk, Compliance) of Great... read more
Harlan Falk Senior Vice President
Harlan Falk serves as the Senior Vice President of Great Western Bank.
Barry Fife Senior Vice President of Credit
Barry Fife serves as the Senior Vice President of Credit of Great Western Bank. Barry started at Great Western Bank in... read more
Great Western Bank Salaries
How much does Great Western Bank pay?
How much do people at Great Western Bank get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Great Western Bank is $118,252, or $56 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $119,985, or $57 per hour.
At Great Western Bank, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $206,141 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $47,649 annually. Average Great Western Bank salaries by department include: Design at $115,471, Admin at $57,742, IT at $97,493, and Customer Support at $65,706. Half of Great Western Bank salaries are above $119,985.
5 employees at Great Western Bank rank their Compensation in the Top 35% of similar sized companies (based on 15 ratings) while 5 employees at Great Western Bank rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 10% of similar sized companies (based on 8 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $69k | $69k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $92k | $92k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $120k | $120k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $167k | $167k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $223k | $223k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $240k | $240k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $283k | $283k | 100th Percentile |
$118,252*
Average Compensation
$119,985*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Great Western Bank Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Great Western Bank
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Great Western Bank across various culture dimensions.
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Ranked Culture the Lowest
Great Western Bank Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Office Perks
- Work From Home Policy
- Unique Office Space
Great Western Bank PTO
Great Western Bank's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. Great Western Bank's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1500 - $2500 cash value per month.
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Great Western Bank
Who is the CEO of Great Western Bank?
Great Western Bank CEO is Ken Karels, their score by employees is 72
What is Great Western Bank eNPS?
The eNPS for Great Western Bank is -40
What is Great Western Bank revenue?
Great Western Bank revenue is $431M
What is the salary for IT Support Engineer in Great Western Bank?
IT Support Engineer average salary in the US is 83k
What are the salaries in the IT in Great Western Bank?
The average salaries for IT in Great Western Bank is 97k
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