OGDEN, Utah — July 2, 2026 — Bank of Utah announced today the departure of Branden P Hansen, who served as President of the Bank since January 1, 2023. The Bank will remain under the leadership of Benjamin F. Browning, Chairman and CEO.
“Bank of Utah is focused on serving our clients, supporting our teams and carrying forward the priorities that have guided our organization for generations,” Browning said. “As we move forward, we remain firmly committed to our mission, vision and values—acting with integrity, building trust through every interaction, exceeding expectations, and responsibly creating lasting prosperity for our clients, team members and communities. These principles will continue to guide every decision we make and every opportunity we pursue.”
Founded in 1952 by Frank M. Browning, Benjamin Browning’s great-grandfather, Bank of Utah has been guided by the Browning family since its inception and remains a family- and employee-owned bank. That continuity of leadership has helped the Bank grow into one of the nation’s strongest community banks, with recent recognition including a No. 17 ranking among Best-Performing U.S. Community Banks by S&P Global Market Intelligence and Best Community Bank in the 2026 Best of State Awards. Looking forward, the Bank remains committed to building on that legacy by supporting the businesses, individuals and communities it serves.
