Great Lake Banker Magazine

First American Names Jim Turano Group Head for Chicago Market

ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Ill.,—First American Bank has appointed James R. Turano as Commercial Group Head, based in the bank’s Orland Park, Illinois office. Turano joins First American Bank after serving as Senior Vice President/Division Manager with Wintrust Commercial Banking. Turano’s arrival adds senior leadership to First American Bank’s Chicago-area commercial banking team as middle market…

FNB Adds Chief Commercial Banking Officer in Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH,—First National Bank, subsidiary of F.N.B. Corporation, has hired Nick Lotz as Chief Commercial Banking Officer, extending the Bank’s successful track record of bringing exceptional talent to Pittsburgh. Lotz, who relocated from the Philadelphia area, will report to Chief Wholesale Banking Officer, Bryant Mitchell. With FNB’s focus on continued growth and enhanced profitability, the newly…

OCB Names Jonathan Schalow SVP

OREGON, Wis.,—One Community Bank has promoted Jonathan Schalow to Senior Vice President – Client Experience. In this expanded role, Jonathan will continue to be a member of OCB’s Senior Leadership team and lead our Client Contact Center, Treasury Management Support, and Client Experience Training teams. This promotion extends his leadership to now include overseeing the…

KeyBank Expands Middle Market Banking Team in SE Michigan

CLEVELAND,—KeyBank has expanded its Middle Market commercial banking capabilities in Southeast Michigan, deepening the company’s commitment to the region through continued investment in experienced local talent and enhanced relationship coverage for growing businesses. The expansion builds on KeyBank’s Michigan presence, which began in 2004 and accelerated with the company’s entry into West Michigan in 2021….

Old National Earns ‘Outstanding’ CRA Rating

EVANSVILLE, Ind.,—Old National Bank has received an “Outstanding” overall rating — the highest possible — under the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), recognizing the bank’s exceptional commitment to meeting the credit, investment and community service needs of the neighborhoods it serves. In a typical review cycle, fewer than 10% of U.S. banks earn an “Outstanding” rating….

Mutual Names Lindsey Turner Business Development Officer

FRANKLIN, In.,—Mutual Savings Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Lindsey Turner to the newly created position of Business Development Officer. Lindsey will continue serving in her current role as Vice President and Treasury Management Officer while expanding her responsibilities to further strengthen relationships with local businesses and support the bank’s continued growth. In…

Dearborn Federal Savings Names Three to Board of Directors

DEARBORN, Mich., — Dearborn Federal Savings Bank has appointed Brian Hagle, Craig Sleeman and Howard Nathan to its board of directors, further strengthening the organization’s leadership and strategic expertise across banking operations, legal affairs, and financial management. These directors bring decades of professional experience in community banking, legal counsel, and corporate financial services, enhancing the…

Pathfinder Names Joseph Polniak to Key Roles

OSWEGO, N.Y.,—Pathfinder Bank has appointed Joseph Polniak First Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary. Polniak will serve as Pathfinder Bank’s Chief Legal Officer and a member of the executive leadership team, providing strategic guidance to support governance, regulatory compliance, and business objectives. He will oversee all legal, regulatory, and governance matters and advise the…

Associated Names Neil Riegelman Milwaukee Market President

MILWAUKEE,—Associated Banc-Corp has appointed Neil Riegelman, senior vice president and head of Commercial Banking – Milwaukee and Madison.  He will also assume the role of Milwaukee market president. Riegelman succeeds John Utz, executive vice president, Milwaukee market president and head of Specialized Industries, who will dedicate his focus to scaling the bank’s nationally focused specialty…

Bob Beier Retires from Peoples State Bank Colfax Board

COLFAX, Ill.,—Bob Beier has retired from the  Peoples State Bank Board of Directors In 1978, Bob and his wife Betty, moved to Ladd, Illinois where Bob was named President of the Bank of Ladd, following 16 years at State Bank of Piper City. Bob joined the Board of Directors of Peoples State Bank of Colfax…