Mercantile Bank of Michigan was founded in 1997 by Directors and Bankers who firmly believe that customers, employees, and th ... e communities they live in, are best served by financial institutions with local roots. At Mercantile Bank, we use our local Directors, our commitment to the community, and our knowledge of Michigan to enable us to deliver our services in a way that truly sets us apart from our competitors. We feel our focus on the Michigan business community is the best way to help build the economy, and ultimately the community. read more