Citizens National Elects Chairman, Adds Governance Role
CHEBOYGAN, Mich.,—The board of directors of Citizens National Bank has unanimously elected Dana F. Andrews, President of Sturgeon River Pottery, Inc., as its Chairman, effective immediately. Rick Tromble, owner of Tromble Bay Farms, has stepped down as chairman of the board however, he remains a director. To further enhance its governance and strategic oversight, while…
Lake City Adds Brown to Lead Commercial Elkhart Region
WARSAW, Ind.,—Lake City Bank has welcomed back Gregory C. Brown as Senior Vice President, Commercial Elkhart Regional Manager. Brown will lead the newly formed Commercial Elkhart Region, serving commercial clients in Elkhart and surrounding communities. “Since arriving in Elkhart in 1990, Lake City Bank has remained consistently dedicated to the entrepreneurial businesses that define the…
Bay Port State Bank Shares Annie Simon Memorial
BAY PORT, Mich.,—Annie Simon passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 18th, 2025. Annie represented the best of banking; she served as the Marketing Director and Customer Service Representative of Bay Port State Bank from 2002 until her passing. She was dedicated to providing the best community banking experience for all her customers. She…
West Michigan Adds Dave Shaffer as VP, Commercial Banking
HUDSONVILLE, Mich.,—West Michigan Community Bank has added Dave Shaffer as VP commercial banking. Shaffer joins the bank with more than 15 years of experience in the financial industry, including commercial banking, leadership, and business development. Shaffer’s extensive background includes key roles at Macatawa Bank, Fifth Third Commercial Bank, PNC/National City Bank, and most recently, serving…
NWSB to Open New Location in Floyds Knobs
FLOYDS KNOBS, Ind.,—The New Washington State Bank (NWSB) is pleased to announce the planned opening of a new full-service banking office at Galena Commons, a growing mixed-use development in the heart of scenic Floyd County. The new location will serve as a significant investment in the Floyds Knobs community and surrounding areas. “We are excited…
Christopher Bottorff Named to NWSB Board
CHARLESTOWN, Ind.,—NWSB has appointed Christopher Bottorff to the Board of Directors of the bank’s holding company, New Independent Bancshares, Inc. (NIB) and The New Washington State Bank (NWSB). “We are thrilled to welcome Chris to the board of both NIB and NWSB,” said Syd Whitlock, NWSB President. “His experience, dedication to the bank and to…
Pathfinder Promotes Four to Key Roles
OSWEGO, N.Y.,—Pathfinder Bank has promoted four long-standing team members to key leadership roles. Mary McConkey has been promoted to First Vice President, Electronic Commerce Manager. McConkey joined Pathfinder Bank in 2007 as a teller and transitioned to the E-Commerce Department in July 2008, where she has held several key roles, most recently Vice President, Electronic…
United Bankers’ Bank Names CEO and President
BLOOMINGTON, Minn.,—United Bankers’ Bank (UBB) and its holding company United Bankers’ Bancorporation has appointed Jim Amundson CEO and Jen Severson President. Jim Amundson joins UBB with a remarkable career dedicated to community banking. Most recently, Jim served as President and CEO of BankIn Minnesota, where he has been a strong advocate for Minnesota’s community banks…
OCB Names Dan Carey EVP
OREGON, Wis.,—One Community Bank has promoted of Dan Carey to Executive Vice President. In his new role, Dan joins the One Community Bank executive team and will help guide initiatives across the organization. Dan also remains OCB’s Chief Commercial Officer, and will continue to help the commercial team grow and thrive. “Dan brings an incredible…
County National Promotes Lawson, Clark, Phillips
HILLSDALE, Mich.,—County National Bank has promoted Erik Lawson, Chris Clarke and Christopher Phillips to Executive Vice President roles, according to Joseph R. Williams, President and CEO of County National Bank. Erik Lawson has been named EVP – Chief Financial Officer. “Erik has played an important role in the success of CNB over the past seven…