First National Appoints Craig Bishop VP
LANSING, Mich., — First National Bank of Michigan has hired Craig Bishop as Vice President, Commercial Banking. Bishop will leverage his extensive experience to build and enhance banking relationships in the greater Lansing area. “We are happy to welcome Craig to the Lansing team,” commented Patty Barnas, Lansing Market President. “His expertise and dedication to…
Great Lake Banker MagazineWayne Promotes Daniels to EVP
HONESDALE, Pa., — Wayne Bank has named Steve Daniels Executive Vice President and Director of Consumer Banking, according to Jim Donnelly, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Steve plays a tremendous part in the success of Wayne Bank, and I am proud to announce his promotion. He consistently pushes himself and other employees, driving high-tech financial…
Independent Expands Grand Rapids Presence
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., — Independent Bank has added a new location in downtown Grand Rapids that will house the Bank’s downtown retail banking branch and roughly 40 corporate employees. “Downtown Grand Rapids is a great place to work, live, dine, and shop, and as a community-focused bank, we’re growing where customers will expect to find…
Pathfinder Bank CIO Retires, Successor Named
OSWEGO, N.Y., — Dan Phillips, Pathfinder Bank Chief Information Officer has retired. This milestone follows the successful completion of the Bank’s critical Berkshire conversion project. Originally set to retire in July 2024, Phillips extended his tenure to oversee the project’s final stages and facilitate a seamless transition. “Dan’s contributions to Pathfinder Bank have been immeasurable,”…
Flagstar Names Lee Smith CFO
HICKSVILLE, N.Y., — Flagstar Financial, Inc. has appointed Lee Smith Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. The appointment follows the decision of current CFO Craig Gifford to step down to reengage in personal endeavors outside of the banking industry. Gifford will remain with the Bank through March 2025, and work closely with Smith…
Old National Awarded by Mid-States Minority Supplier Development Council
EVANSVILLE, Ind., — Old National Bancorp has been recognized as the Local Corporate Member of the Year by the Mid-States Minority Supplier Development Council (MSDC). The award was announced in November at the Mid-States 2024 Annual Awards Luncheon at The Heirloom in Indianapolis, Ind. The Mid-States MSDC’s mission is to accelerate economic growth by driving…
CBI Names John Clark EVP, Private Wealth Group
MUSCATINE, Iowa, — CBI Bank & Trust has added John Clark as Executive Vice President, Private Wealth Group. Clark brings a deep expertise to his new role, having spent over 35 years in the banking and financial services industry. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President, Cogent Private Wealth for Cogent Bancorp, Inc. A…
Northpointe Makes Leadership Changes
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., — Northpointe Bank, a community bank and national mortgage lender, has made key changes to its executive leadership team. These appointments mark a significant milestone as the organization strengthens its leadership to build on its success and drive continued growth within the company. Kevin Comps, formerly Executive Vice President and Chief Operating…
Lake City Names Carrie Gutman Chief Wealth Advisory Officer
WARSAW, Ind., — Lake City Bank has named Carrie A. Gutman Chief Wealth Advisory Officer. Gutman, the current SVP, Chief Fiduciary Officer, will join the bank’s Management Committee and succeeds Jonathan P. Steiner, Senior Vice President, Chief Wealth Advisory Officer, who retires after a 40-year career in banking and the last 14 years with Lake…
Bank of Luxemburg Names Darren Voigt CEO, Tim Treml Retires
LUXEMBURG, Wis., — Longtime Bank of Luxemburg President and CEO Tim Treml will retire after 29 years of dedicated service, eight of which were spent in his current role. Darren Voigt has been named the next President and CEO. Treml has been instrumental in the bank’s success. He led a rebranding effort that transformed the…