About Del Norte Bank

Our Story: Why Del Norte Bank

Grounded in community. Driven by trust. Focused on you.

For more than a century, Del Norte Bank has been a steady presence in the San Luis Valley—through seasons of change, growth, and challenge. We opened our doors in 1921 with a clear mission: to be a trusted partner for our neighbors, helping them achieve their dreams while strengthening the place we all call home.

Unlike big, corporate banks, we’re a mutually owned, FDIC-insured community bank. That means we answer to you, our customers, not a distant board and management team. Every decision we make starts with a simple question: What’s best for our community?

Over the decades, that focus has shaped everything we do:

  • For families, it’s helping you buy your dream home, save for college, or build a secure future.
  • For businesses, it’s offering the financing and tools you need to grow and thrive.
  • For farmers and ranchers, it’s understanding the unique challenges of agriculture and providing support rooted in experience.
  • For our towns, it’s investing in local projects, events, and causes that make our communities stronger.

We believe banking is personal. It’s not just about numbers, it’s about knowing your name when you walk in, taking time to listen, and finding solutions that work for you.

When you bank with Del Norte Bank, your money stays here, circulating through the local economy, supporting local jobs, and helping our valley grow. It’s how we all prosper—together.

Our People

Neighbors first, bankers second.

Our team lives, works, and volunteers right here in the communities we serve. We bring decades of combined experience in personal, business, and agricultural banking, backed by a shared commitment to doing right by our customers.

When you bank with us, you’re not just opening an account, you’re gaining a partner who’s invested in your goals.

Meet Our Team

Mike Hurst

Chief Executive Officer
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Bank: 719-657-4540
Cell: 719-850-3382
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Traci Holmes

President / Chief Lending Officer

Bank: 719-657-4541
Cell: 719-580-0273
NMLS# 447131

Shawn Jensen

Chief Financial Officer
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Bank: 719-657-4542
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TJ Brown

Senior Vice President
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Bank: 719-657-4544
Cell: 719-849-0085
NMLS# 447126

Annette Gonzales

Vice President

Bank: 719-657-4545
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Jaylyn Espinoza

Assistant Vice President

Bank: 719-657-4552
NMLS# 1929891

Dawn Kemper

Assistant Vice President

Bank: 719-657-4543
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Board of Directors

Careers

Join our team and make a difference where it matters most: right here at home.

We’re always looking for dedicated, community-minded people who want to build relationships and help customers succeed. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and a workplace that feels like family.

Locations & Hours

Visit us at any of our convenient branch locations in Del Norte and Creede. Whether you prefer to bank in person, online, or over the phone, we’re here to help.

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