West Bank Cuts Ribbon At New Headquarters
DES MOINES, Iowa, — West Bank held a ceremonial ribbon cutting in early May to celebrate the opening of its new headquarters building in West Des Moines. Dave Nelson, Chair and CEO of West Bank, opened the ceremony by mentioning West Bank as being the oldest business of any kind to be founded in West…
Great Lake Banker MagazineJim Milroy Retires from 1st State Bank Presidency
Todd Gregory to succeed Milroy SAGINAW, Mich., — Jim Milroy has retired as President and Chief Executive Officer of 1st State Bank. Milroy joined 1st State Bank in 2007 as Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, was promoted to Executive Vice President in 2014 and ultimately to President and Chief Executive Officer in April…
Dart Bank Mortgage Bankers Recognized
MASON, Mich., — Six Dart Bank Mortgage Bankers were recognized by Experience.com as top performers for customer satisfaction in the Mortgage Industry. Experience.com, a provider of Customer Experience Management Software, announced its 2023 Top Performers in the Mortgage Industry. This marks the sixth year of recognizing top mortgage professionals that have shown exceptional customer service…
Mercantile Implements Succession Plan
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., — Mercantile Bank Corporation has furthered its previously announced management succession plan. Robert B. Kaminski, Jr. has retired as President and Chief Executive Officer of Mercantile and as CEO of Mercantile’s wholly owned subsidiary, Mercantile Bank. Kaminski remains a Director of both Mercantile and the Bank. Raymond E. Reitsma has resigned as…
Lindenfelser Celebrates 30 Years of Financial Leadership at The Bank of Elk River
ELK RIVER, Minn., — LeRoy Lindenfelser, the Chief Financial Officer of The Bank of Elk River, celebrated his 30th anniversary with the institution in June, according to chairman, president and CEO John Babcock. LeRoy joined The Bank of Elk River in 1994 as a consumer lender for the yet-to-be-built Otsego branch. His dedication and expertise…
Consumers Names Joe Gerzina Director
Minerva, Ohio, — The Board of Directors of Consumers Bancorp, Inc. has approved the appointment of Joseph A. Gerzina as a Class III director. Gerzina was also appointed director of the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Consumers National Bank. He will also become a member of the Loan Committee, Audit Committee, and Corporate Governance/Nominating Committee. Gerzina,…
Citizens National Names Gould Director of Marketing
Nancy Lindsay Retires CHEBOYGAN, Mich., — Citizens National Bank has appointed Samantha Gould Director of Marketing and Community Relations. Samantha joins the bank following the retirement of Nancy Lindsay, who has served the bank with distinction for over 20 years as Vice President of Marketing. Samantha brings a wealth of experience in strategic marketing, community…
County National Promotes Six Lenders
HILLSDALE, Mich., — County National Bank has promoted Mark Dingee, Roger Ferguson, Jeff Jackson, Matt Parks, Eric Potes, and Kathryn Walker within the bank’s lending team, according to Joseph R. Williams, County National President and CEO. Mark Dingee has been promoted to Vice President – Commercial Loan Officer. Mark joined CNB in 2021 and has…
Huron Names Josh Eling President, CEO
EAST TAWAS, Mich., — Huron Community Bank has appointed Josh Eling President and CEO. Eling has a robust background in community banking and local leadership, having spent 15 years at Isabella Bank. Eling has held many community positions including President of both the Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce and the Big Rapids Elks Lodge…
Bank Iowa Names President of Newton Location
NEWTON, Iowa, — Bank Iowa has appointed Thad Roffey Community Bank president for the bank’s Newton location. Roffey, a University of Iowa graduate, is an experienced commercial lender, having served in various business lending and service roles for more than 25 years throughout eastern and central Iowa. “We are excited to have Thad join our…