Steinmetz named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 National Finalist

Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) announced that John D. Steinmetz, president and CEO of Vista Bank was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 National Finalist in the Financial Services and FinTech category, following his selection as a Southwest regional award winner in June.

Steinmetz was chosen from a group of 221 Entrepreneur Of The Year regional winners, representing 191 companies across the U.S. For 40 years, Entrepreneur Of The Year has been the premier competitive business award for ambitious entrepreneurs who are transforming industries, impacting communities and creating long-term value.  

Steinmetz was selected by a panel of independent judges comprised of entrepreneurs and other respected business leaders from across the U.S. The candidates were evaluated based on their proven records of building long-term value through entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and impact, among other core contributions and attributes. 

“I couldn’t be more humbled by this incredible honor,” stated Steinmetz. “Having spent my entire career helping entrepreneurs build their companies, I can truly say that aside from the U.S. military, there is not another group of individuals that I respect more. Receiving this recognition, among such impressive founders and CEOs, is truly a privilege that I accept on behalf of the incredible team of bankers that execute on the vision daily while making Vista Bank the best place to call work.”