Website Redesign Illini State Bank - Project Spotlight
A Modern, Accessible Banking Experience for Illinois Communities
We’re proud to announce the launch of the new IlliniStateBank.com, designed and developed by Connecting Point. This project represents the perfect blend of modern technology, user experience, and community-focused design — reflecting Illini State Bank’s commitment to customer service and local growth.
Illini State Bank has been serving the Illinois Valley since 1881, building trusted relationships through personalized banking. Our goal for the redesign was to create a digital experience that’s as friendly and reliable as walking into one of their branches.
Project Goals
Our collaboration focused on bringing Illini State Bank’s website up to modern standards while maintaining its strong sense of local identity. Key objectives included:
- Simplifying navigation and making information easier to find.
- Enhancing accessibility and ADA compliance.
- Improving performance, SEO, and mobile responsiveness.
- Reflecting ISB’s trusted community reputation through clean, professional design.
What’s New on IlliniStateBank.com
- Modern User Experience: Streamlined menus, clear service categories, and intuitive layouts.
- Mobile-Optimized Design: Fully responsive across phones, tablets, and desktops.
- Accessibility by Design: WCAG-compliant contrast, alt text, ARIA labeling, and keyboard navigation.
- SEO-Ready Framework: Structured data and performance-focused coding for stronger search visibility.
- Local Imagery & Branding: Authentic visuals and colors that reflect ISB’s connection to its communities.
The end result is a fast, secure, and welcoming online experience that helps customers easily explore personal and business banking, loans, resources, and community updates — all in one place.
👉 Visit the new site at illinistatebank.com
Our Approach
Every Connecting Point project begins with understanding the client’s story. For Illini State Bank, that meant blending tradition and innovation — maintaining their reputation for trust while delivering a fresh, forward-looking website experience.
Our process included:
- Discovery & Strategy: Identifying user pain points and mapping customer journeys.
- Design & UX: Developing a clean, intuitive interface emphasizing clarity and trust.
- Development & Integration: Building on WordPress with secure hosting and performance optimization.
- Accessibility & SEO: Ensuring every visitor can access content easily and search engines can index efficiently.
- Support: Providing support and post-launch assistance for long-term success.
Project Outcomes for Website Redesign Illini State Bank
The redesigned website now delivers:
- Faster load times and improved accessibility scores.
- Streamlined navigation and content organization.
- A unified look and feel across desktop and mobile.
- A professional, trustworthy digital presence that mirrors the quality of ISB’s service.
Let’s Build Something Great Together
At Connecting Point, we help businesses and organizations like Illini State Bank create digital experiences that build trust and drive results. Whether you need a full website redesign, improved accessibility, or ongoing SEO strategy — we’re here to help your brand grow online.
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