Bank of America Names Maria Serravalle Community Relations Manager
DETROIT,—Detroit native Maria Serravalle has been named Bank of America’s Community Relations Manager for the Detroit market. Serravalle will lead efforts to strengthen the bank’s impact across clients, colleagues, and communities. She succeeds Dwanette Williams, who has taken on a new role with Bank of America’s Employee Banking & Investments team. “Maria brings not only…
F&M Bank Names Mike Benson SVP
ARCHBOLD, Ohio,—F&M Bank, subsidiary of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc., has added Mike Benson as Senior Vice President, Senior Small Business Banking Manager. This newly created position will facilitate F&M’s strategy to support small businesses across its growing footprint in Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan. With 40 years of banking experience, Benson brings a wealth of…
Evolve Recognized for Cannabis Payment Solution
ST. PAUL, Minn.,—As cannabis legalization expands across the U.S., including Minnesota, many consumers are surprised to learn that credit card payments are still prohibited at dispensaries. The complexity of this financial environment is what makes the work of Don Raleigh III, Revenue Operations Manager at Evolve Payment (a division of Evolve Systems), so critical. Because…
First Federal Celebrates 121 Years
EVANSVILLE, Ind.,—First Federal Savings Bank began with a simple mission: to provide accessible, reliable financial services to hardworking individuals and families. Today, the bank has grown to ten branches, 135 employees. “As we reflect on 121 years of serving our customers, we are filled with gratitude for the generations who have trusted us with their…
Consumers National Opens Canton Branch
MINERVA, Ohio—Consumers National Bank has its new Canton branch located in the Millennium Centre and has appointed Tony Klonowski as the Branch Relationship Manager. The new branch is the bank’s 23rd full-service branch location and 10th branch in Stark County. “We will provide a refreshing local banking alternative for the downtown businesses and residents as…
FNB Adds AI and Data Science Directors
PITTSBURGH,—First National Bank, the largest subsidiary of F.N.B. Corporation has hired Santosh Sinha, Director of AI and Innovation, and Sundeep Tangirala, Director of Data Science. Sinha and Tangirala report to Chris Chan, Chief Strategy Officer. “Innovation and digital technology are significant drivers of FNB’s growth and superior client experience,” said Vincent J. Delie, Jr., Chairman,…
First National Names Chris Mars Market President
KALAMAZOO, Mich.,—First National Bank of Michigan has promoted Chris Mars to Market President in Kalamazoo. Chris joined First National Bank of Michigan in March 2014 and has been leading the Kalamazoo Commercial Banking Group since April 2021. With more than 20 years of experience in commercial banking, Chris brings extensive knowledge and a strong commitment…
Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc. Announces Retirement of Director Richard Hotchkiss
DUNMORE, Pa.,—Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc., the parent bank holding company of The Fidelity Deposit and Discount Bank has announced the retirement of Director Richard Hotchkiss. Hotchkiss was appointed to the Fidelity Bank Board of Directors on May 5, 2020, following the merger with MNB Corporation and its wholly owned subsidiary, Merchants Bank of…
Stewart Wilson Receives Legacy of Community Banking Award
ELK RIVER, Minn.,—The Bank of Elk River longtime board director Stewart Wilson has been honored with the Legacy of Community Banking Award by BankIn Minnesota, recognizing over 50 years of dedicated service to community banking and civic leadership. Wilson began his career at The Bank of Elk River in 1975 as a summer employee. He…
Bank of Luxemburg Appoints Stacy Slatky Chief Financial Officer
LUXEMBURG, Wis.,—Bank of Luxemburg has promoted Stacy Slatky chief financial officer. Stacy will continue as controller until she begins her CFO role on January 1, 2026, replacing current CFO Joe Mauel, who plans to retire at that time. She has been with Bank of Luxemburg for 17 years, the last 10 in the accounting department….