HOLLAND, Mich. (April 3, 2015) - Macatawa Bank is proud to once again receive the honor of being named one of West Michigan's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For by the Michigan Business and Professional Association (MBPA).

To determine this year's winners, an independent research firm evaluated each company's entry on key measures in various categories, including employee enrichment, engagement, retention, communication, shared vision, work-life balance and community initiatives. The honorees have clearly demonstrated why each would be an ideal place for employees to work. Macatawa Bank will be honored on Thursday, May 7 at the MBPA's annual Celebratory Symposium.

"We pride ourselves on being a great place to bank and work," said Ulli Bowen, Macatawa Bank's Chief Human Resources Officer. "We understand the need for and encourage a healthy work-life balance; and offer flexible schedule positions and competitive benefits. We have exceptional talent and pride ourselves as a place where people can grow and contribute to their fullest potential."

It is the fifth time the community bank, which has 26 full-service branches located in Kent, Ottawa and northern Allegan Counties has been recognized as one of the Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in West Michigan.

About Macatawa Bank
Headquartered in Holland, Mich., Macatawa Bank offers a full range of banking, retail and commercial lending, wealth management and ecommerce services to individuals, businesses and governmental entities from a network of 26 full-service branches located throughout communities in Kent, Ottawa and northern Allegan counties. The bank is recognized for its local management team and decision making, along with providing customers excellent service, a rewarding experience and superior financial products. Macatawa Bank has been awarded for its exceptional commitment to service by readers of the Holland Sentinel as the "Best Bank on the Lakeshore" since 2002, and "Best Bank in Grand Rapids" by readers of Grand Rapids Magazine since 2009.

About Michigan Business and Professional Association
The Michigan Business and Professional Association boast a statewide sphere of influence that no other organization of its kind can claim, leveraging a depth of programs and community initiatives that positively impact more than 150,000 businesses.www.michbusiness.org. For the complete list of 2015 West Michigan Best and Brightest Companies, visit www.101bestandbrightest.com. For additional information contact:
Jodi Sevigny, VP, Marketing Director
Macatawa Bank, 10753 Macatawa Drive; Holland MI 49424
P: 877.820.2265 E: jsevigny@macatawabank.com

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