Wichita, Kan., Jan 03 — Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) (“Equity” or the “Company”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, announced the completion of its merger with Frontier Holdings, LLC (“Frontier”), the parent company of Frontier Bank, in Omaha, Nebraska, effective January 1, 2026. With this merger, Equity entered Nebraska, adding seven locations in the state.
“Today marks an important milestone for Equity as we welcome Frontier Bank and its team, customers, and communities into our organization,” said Brad Elliott, Chairman and Founder of Equity Bancshares, Inc. “Entering Nebraska represents strategic growth rooted in shared values — strong relationships, local decision-making, and community commitment. Together, we will honor Frontier’s legacy while delivering the broader capabilities and resources of Equity.”
Frontier locations are reopening as Equity Bank on January 2, 2026. The Company will consolidate the core and digital banking systems in February 2026.
Equity announced the merger with Frontier on September 2, 2025. The Company now has approximately $7.9 billion in proforma consolidated assets and operates full-service locations in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Oklahoma. Equity also operates a loan production office in West Des Moines, Iowa, bringing the Company’s total footprint to six states.
“Today is about momentum and opportunity,” said Equity Bank CEO Rick Sems. “Frontier’s team and customers bring tremendous strength to Equity, and together, we’ll deliver greater lending power, modern tools, and a continued commitment to community banking across Nebraska.”