News Releases & Announcements
The Art of Responsible Innovation by Miranda Jones
Miranda Jones, Emprise Bank SVP of Data and AI Strategy, is featured in Banking CIO Outlook with her article, “The Art of Responsible Innovation in Financial Services.” In the piece, she draws on her experience to explore how financial institutions can build trust and embed ethics into innovation. Jones emphasizes the need to balance innovation with responsibility, ensuring that progress benefits both institutions and the people they serve. Her perspective offers valuable insights for business leaders navigating digital transformation, data governance and AI integration.
Rob McGregor Receives TalkDesk AI Innovator Award
Rob McGregor, Emprise Bank’s Vice President of Customer Experience and Performance Leader, was awarded the 2025 TalkDesk AI Innovator Award for driving adoption of a unified system to manage customer service touchpoints, decreasing wait times and improving customer satisfaction.
The Chamber 2025 Spirit of Wichita Award
Emprise Bank received the Spirit of Wichita Award from the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce. The award recognizes Emprise for years of strength in employment, leadership, innovation and community involvement.
Forbes America’s Best-In-State Banks '25
Emprise Bank has been named to Forbes America’s Best-In-State Banks list for Kansas for the fifth year in a row.
Debra Swearingen Joins KC Office
Debra Swearingen has joined our Kansas City commercial banking team as Senior Vice President.
Josh Oeding Added to Board Of Directors
Josh Oeding, President and CEO of NXTUS, Inc., and Founder and General Partner of Tenzing Capital, has been elected to the Emprise Board of Directors.