A lot of Midwesterners are associated with Associated Banc-Corp, the holding company for Associated Bank. One of the largest banks based in Wisconsin, the bank operates about 200 branches in that state, as well as in Illinois and Minnesota. Catering to consumers and local businesses, it offers deposit accounts, loans, mortgage banking, credit and debit cards, and leasing. The bank's wealth management division offers investments, trust services, brokerage, insurance, and employee group benefits plans. Commercial loans, including agricultural, construction, and real estate loans, make up more than 60% of bank's loan portfolio. The bank also writes residential mortgages, consumer loans, and home equity loans.