OCB Adds Two Members to Advisory Board
OREGON, Wis.,—One Community Bank has added two new members to its Advisory Board: Jessica Blaska-Grady, General Manager at The Oaks Golf Course, and Dr. Callie Maursetter, optometrist and owner at Isthmus Eye Care. Jessica Blaska-Grady has worked at the family-owned golf course in Cottage Grove for 18 of its 22 years in operation since 2003….
Northstar Bank Appoints Bigelow to Board
ANN ARBOR, Mich.,—Northstar Bank announced the appointment of Dr. Lauren Bigelow to its board of directors. The addition of Bigelow, a Southeast Michigan civic leader with more than 20 years of experience in entrepreneurship, venture investment, and economic development, supports the bank’s continued growth and commitment to innovation. Bigelow is managing partner of the Growth…
Lake City Bank Expands to Whitestown
WARSAW, Ind.,—Lake City Bank has acquired property in Whitestown, Indiana, and will renovate the site into a full-service branch, expected to open in 2026. “Boone County represents an emerging economic engine in Central Indiana, and we are excited to open our first branch in the county,” said David M. Findlay, Chairman and CEO.
First National Bank Names Brian Mancos Director of HR
PITTSBURGH, Pa.,—First National Bank, the largest subsidiary of F.N.B. Corporation, has promoted Brian Mancos to Director of Human Resources and Corporate Services. He will oversee Human Resources, Facilities, and Business Continuity. Mancos succeeds Charles Casalnova, who will serve as a Corporate Business Advisor during the transition after 27 years with the company. In his new…
ChoiceOne Expands Two Locations
SPARTA, Mich.,— ChoiceOne Bank has expanded its Holland Loan Office in Ottawa County and completed a remodel of its Capac Branch in St. Clair County, The Holland office, located downtown, has moved to a larger space within the same building. A ribbon cutting and open house were held June 25, with a $1,500 donation presented…
Portage Community Bank Mourns Loss of CFO Don Herman
RAVENNA, Ohio,— Portage Community Bank announced the passing of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Donald D. “Don” Herman, who passed Thursday, July 3, 2025. Herman joined the bank in 1999 as senior financial officer and was promoted to CFO in 2009. Over his long tenure, he played a key role in the institution’s…
1st State Bank Adds Two to Mortgage Lending Team
SAGINAW, Mich.,—1st State Bank has added Ashley Kubacki and Paige LaPeen as mortgage loan officers, expanding its mortgage lending team. Kubacki began her mortgage lending career in 2022 following five years in the insurance industry. She most recently served as mortgage lending officer at Jolt Credit Union. A resident of Saginaw County, she is active…
First State Bank Promotes Marc Reneau
ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich.,— First State Bank has promoted Marc Reneau to Chief Mortgage and Consumer Lending Officer. Reneau brings more than 30 years of experience in banking and mortgage finance. Since joining the bank in 2011, he has played a key role in the growth of its lending operations. “Marc has demonstrated exceptional leadership…
M&T Appoints Woodrow Regional President
BUFFALO, N.Y.,—M&T Bank has appointed Tracy S. Woodrow as Regional President for Western New York, expanding her responsibilities while she continues to serve as Chief Administrative Officer. As Regional President, Woodrow will lead M&T’s community bank leadership team across an eight-county region, including its retail, business, commercial, wealth management, government banking, and charitable divisions. Woodrow…
Consumers to Add Branch
MINERVA, Ohio,— Consumers National Bank announced it has received approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to open a new full-service branch office on South Avenue in Boardman, Ohio. The branch will be the bank’s first in Mahoning County and its 24th overall. Operations at the new office are expected to begin…