First Busey (NASDAQ:BUSE) (NASDAQ: BUSE) is a financial services holding company headquartered in Champaign, Illinois. Through its primary subsidiary, Busey Bank, the company offers a broad range of banking solutions, including commercial and retail lending, deposit products, treasury management, and electronic banking services. First Busey serves individuals, small and middle-market businesses, and institutional clients across Illinois, Missouri and Florida, leveraging a network of community-focused branches and digital platforms.
In addition to core banking operations, First Busey provides wealth management and trust services through Busey Wealth Management, delivering investment advisory, trust administration and retirement planning solutions. The company’s mortgage division offers origination and servicing of residential loans, while its insurance arm underwrites property, casualty and life policies for personal and commercial clients. First Busey also operates Venture One, a strategic investment group that partners with local startups and growth companies to support technology and innovation in the Midwest.
With roots dating back to the 1860s, First Busey has grown through both organic expansion and targeted acquisitions, including several community banks and financial technology firms. This combination of local decision-making and regional scale enables the company to tailor products to the specific needs of its diverse customer base. First Busey emphasizes digital transformation, investing in online and mobile banking enhancements to complement its in-bank advisory teams.
Leadership at First Busey is led by Richard L. Busey Jr., Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, supported by a seasoned executive team with deep experience in banking, finance and risk management. The company remains committed to its community-banking heritage, focusing on relationship-driven service, disciplined credit practices and strategic growth initiatives designed to deliver long-term value for shareholders and customers alike.
