Bankwell Financial Group (NASDAQ:BWFG) is a bank holding company headquartered in Westchester, Illinois, and serves as the parent of Bankwell Bank. Through its subsidiary, the company provides a full suite of banking products and services designed for both individual consumers and small‐ to mid‐sized businesses. Bankwell Bank operates multiple branches across suburban Cook and Lake counties, focusing on personalized service and local decision‐making.
The company’s deposit offerings include checking, savings and money market accounts, as well as certificates of deposit, all supported by an online and mobile banking platform for convenient account access. On the lending side, Bankwell extends commercial and industrial loans, commercial real estate financing, lines of credit, equipment financing and term loans. Residential mortgage products and home equity loans round out its consumer lending portfolio.
Bankwell also provides treasury management and payment solutions, such as automated clearinghouse (ACH) origination, wire services, payroll processing and receivables collection tools. Business clients benefit from dedicated relationship managers who work to tailor cash‐flow strategies and optimize working capital. Consumer clients can take advantage of a network of ATMs and flexible loan repayment options.
Since commencing operations, Bankwell Financial Group has emphasized community engagement, supporting local economic development through charitable initiatives and small‐business partnerships. The company is led by a management team with extensive experience in regional banking, and it continues to pursue prudent branch expansion and service enhancements to strengthen its presence in the northern Illinois market.
