Columbia Bank Receives 2026 Best Bank Honors from Crisil Coalition Greenwich

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Columbia Bank (Nasdaq: COLB) announced it received two regional 2026 Best Bank honors from Crisil Coalition Greenwich for middle market banking in the U.S. West: Satisfaction in Cash Management and Satisfaction with Relationship Manager.

The recognitions come from an evaluation of more than 500 banks and draw on over 11,000 interviews with U.S. businesses generating $10M–$500M in annual sales. Columbia Bank also noted additional 2026 honors from Forbes and Global Finance.

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• Two regional Best Bank awards for middle market banking (Cash Management; Relationship Manager)
• Award set drawn from evaluation of >500 banks and only 47 honorees
• Survey basis: recognitions reference >11,000 interviews of $10M–$500M revenue firms
• Additional accolades from Forbes and Global Finance in 2026

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TACOMA, Wash., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Bank, a subsidiary of Columbia Banking System (Nasdaq: COLB), today announced it has been recognized by Crisil Coalition Greenwich with two regional Best Bank Awards for excellence in middle market banking. More than 500 banks worldwide were evaluated across small business and middle market categories, with only 47 banks receiving honors.

Crisil Coalition Greenwich recognized Columbia Bank in the following middle market banking categories for the U.S. West region:

• Best Bank – Satisfaction in Cash Management for Middle Market Banking in the U.S. (West)
• Best Bank – Satisfaction with Relationship Manager for Middle Market Banking in the U.S. (West)

Source: Coalition Greenwich Voice of Client - 2025 U.S. Commercial Banking Study

Best Bank Awards are based on extensive client feedback. The 2026 middle market recognitions draw from more than 11,000 interviews with U.S.-based businesses generating $10 million to $500 million in annual sales.

"Columbia Bank's recognition by Crisil Coalition Greenwich as a 2026 Best Bank is especially meaningful since it's the result of customer testimonials. It reflects the priority we place on supporting middle market companies, as well as the dedication and expertise our bankers bring to the table every day for our customers," said Tory Nixon, Columbia Bank President. "It's a privilege to support so many outstanding middle market enterprises across the West, and we will continue to earn their trust and confidence."

Additional 2026 Accolades
The Coalition Greenwich awards add to a growing list of honors Columbia Bank has received this year, including:

• Forbes: America's Best Banks
• Global Finance: Best Bank for Small and Midsize Enterprises, West
• Global Finance: Best Trade Finance Partner, West

About Columbia Bank
Columbia Bank is the largest bank headquartered in the Northwest and one of the largest banks headquartered in the West with offices in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington. Columbia Bank combines the resources, sophistication, and expertise of a national bank with a commitment to deliver superior, personalized service. The bank supports consumers and businesses through a full suite of services, including retail and commercial banking, Small Business Administration lending, institutional and corporate banking, and equipment leasing. Columbia Bank customers also have access to comprehensive investment and wealth management expertise as well as healthcare and private banking through Columbia Wealth Management. Columbia Bank is a subsidiary of Tacoma, Washington-based Columbia Banking System, Inc. (Nasdaq: COLB).

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SOURCE Columbia Banking System, Inc.

FAQ

What awards did Columbia Bank (COLB) receive from Crisil Coalition Greenwich in April 2026?

Columbia Bank received two regional 2026 Best Bank awards in the U.S. West for Cash Management satisfaction and Relationship Manager satisfaction. According to Columbia Bank, these honors reflect client feedback in the middle market banking category.

How many banks were evaluated for the 2026 Best Bank honors that included Columbia Bank (COLB)?

More than 500 banks worldwide were evaluated for the 2026 Best Bank honors, with only 47 receiving recognition. According to Columbia Bank, the middle market recognitions used interviews of more than 11,000 U.S. businesses.

What client segment and revenue range underlie Columbia Bank's (COLB) 2026 Coalition Greenwich awards?

The awards target middle market banking, covering U.S. businesses with annual sales of $10 million to $500 million. According to Columbia Bank, the recognitions are based on extensive client interviews in that revenue band.

Do Columbia Bank's (COLB) 2026 honors include other industry recognitions?

Yes. Columbia Bank cited additional 2026 honors from Forbes and Global Finance, including Best Banks and Best Bank for SMEs in the West. According to Columbia Bank, these awards add to its recent industry recognition.