The Busey Way
More Than Banking. A Better Way Forward.
For nearly 160 years, Busey has been guided by a commitment to doing what’s right—for our associates, our clients, our communities and our shareholders.
Today, that commitment is embodied in The Busey Way.
This is more than a philosophy. It is the foundation for how we serve, lead and grow together. It brings our values, behaviors and purpose into one shared approach that guides every interaction and every decision.
The Busey Way unites us and comes to life through our non-negotiable core values.
Our Values
Ethics without Exception
Relationship
Mindset
Extraordinary Excellence
Purpose-Driven Results
Our Vision
Extraordinary Excellence in Everything We Do FOR OUR PILLARS
Helping Our Pillars Thrive
Our commitment to Associates, Clients, Communities and Stakeholders
Associates | Busey’s Most Valuable Asset
We foster a culture where individuals are empowered to grow, collaborate and lead. Through continuous learning, open communication and shared accountability, we create an environment where associates can do their best work and make a meaningful impact.
Every day, our associates live Busey's core values—delivering extraordinary excellence in every interaction.
Clients | We believe banking is personal.
We listen first, understand each client’s unique goals and provide solutions tailored to their needs. By combining expertise with genuine care, we help individuals, families and businesses confidently navigate their financial journeys.
Communities | Strong communities create stronger futures.
We are committed to investing our time, talent and resources in the places we serve. Through volunteerism, leadership and community partnerships, we work to create opportunities that improve quality of life and strengthen local communities.
Shareholders | Long-term success is built on responsible stewardship.
We remain focused on sustainable growth, sound risk management and disciplined financial performance. By staying true to our values and serving our stakeholders well, we create lasting value for our shareholders.
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About Busey
Corporate Profile
As of March 31, 2026, First Busey Corporation (Nasdaq: BUSE) was an $18.04 billion financial holding company headquartered in Leawood, Kansas.
Busey Bank, a wholly-owned bank subsidiary of First Busey Corporation headquartered in Champaign, Illinois, had total assets of $18.01 billion as of March 31, 2026. Busey Bank currently has 80 banking centers, with 21 in central Illinois markets, 17 in suburban Chicago markets, 20 in the St. Louis Metropolitan Statistical Area, four in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Statistical Area, three in the Kansas City Metropolitan Statistical Area, three in southwest Florida, three in Oklahoma, three in Colorado, three in Arizona, one in Indianapolis, Indiana, one in Wichita, Kansas, and one in Clayton, New Mexico. More information about Busey Bank can be found at busey.com.
Through Busey’s Wealth Management division, the Company provides a full range of asset management, investment, brokerage, fiduciary, philanthropic advisory, tax preparation, and farm management services to individuals, businesses, and foundations. Assets under care totaled $15.65 billion as of March 31, 2026. More information about Busey’s Wealth Management services can be found at busey.com/wealth-management.
Busey Bank’s payment technology solutions specialize in the evolving financial technology needs of small and medium-sized businesses, highly regulated enterprise industries, and financial institutions. Busey provides comprehensive and innovative payment technology solutions, including online, mobile, and voice-recognition bill payments; money and data movement; merchant services; direct debit services; lockbox remittance processing for payments made by mail; and walk-in payments at retail agents. Additionally, Busey simplifies client workflows through integrations enabling support with billing, reconciliation, bill reminders, and treasury services.
Busey is honored to be consistently recognized as an outstanding financial services organization with an engaged culture of integrity and commitment to community development. Nationally, American Banker named Busey a Best Bank to Work For since 2016 while Pensions and Investments has recognized us a Best Place to Work in Money Management since 2018. At the local level, Busey is continually honored among the Best Places to Work in Illinois (since 2016), Best Companies to Work For in Florida (since 2017) and Best Places to Work in Indiana (since 2024).