SouthState named a top 3 bank in the nation for Small Business & Middle Market Banking; leads U.S. in Best Bank Awards for Small Business Banking

WINTER HAVEN, Fla., March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SouthState Bank has been named a top three bank in the nation for Small Business and Middle Market Banking, earning 23 total awards from Crisil Coalition Greenwich. In addition, SouthState has earned the most Best Bank Awards (tied) in the U.S. for Small Business Banking.

More than 500 banks were considered for these awards from Crisil Coalition Greenwich. Only 38 regional and super-regional banks achieved the Best Bank distinction for Small Business Banking. According to Crisil Coalition Greenwich, Best Bank winners in U.S. Small Business Banking stand out for their ability to combine and deliver high-quality day-to-day service and digital banking tools.

“There is no greater compliment than being recommended by our clients and recognized for the remarkable experiences we provide,” said Richard Murray, president. “At SouthState, one of our Core Values is building meaningful and lasting relationships with our clients. In addition to having bankers who are invested in knowing our clients and their businesses, SouthState continues to make technology investments and advances, ensuring businesses of every size have access to the best payment and cash management solutions to drive those businesses forward. These awards showcase SouthState’s commitment to excellence.”

SouthState Bank topped the award recognition among small businesses, defined as companies with annual revenue between $1-10 million. The bank earned 15 awards in the Small Business category:

Coalition Greenwich Best Bank Award – Small Business Banking in the U.S.:

1. Best Bank – Overall Satisfaction for Small Business Banking in the U.S

2. Best Bank – Trust for Small Business Banking in the U.S.

3. Best Bank – Ease of Doing Business for Small Business Banking in the U.S.

4. Best Bank – Likelihood to Recommend for Small Business Banking in the U.S.

5. Best Bank – Satisfaction with RM for Small Business Banking in the U.S.

6. Best Bank – Advisory Capabilities of RM for Small Business Banking in the U.S.

7. Best Bank – Customer Service for Small Business Banking in the U.S.

8. Best Bank – Values Long-Term Relationships for Small Business Banking in the U.S.

9. Best Bank – Satisfaction in Cash Management for Small Business Banking in the U.S.

10. Best Bank – Ease of Making Payments for Small Business Banking in the U.S.

11. Best Bank – Product Capabilities in Cash Management for Small Business Banking in the U.S.

12. Best Bank – Satisfaction in Cash Management for Small Business Banking in the U.S. (South)

13. Best Bank – Likelihood to Recommend for Small Business Banking in the U.S. (South)

14. Best Bank – Overall Satisfaction for Small Business Banking in the U.S. (South)

15. Best Bank – Satisfaction with RM for Small Business Banking in the U.S. (South)