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First National Bank of Michigan Adds Tim Hoekstra as VP, Commercial Lender

KALAMAZOO, Mich., — First National Bank of Michigan has appointed Tim Hoekstra Vice President, Commercial Banking. In this role, Hoekstra will focus on building banking relationships in the greater Kalamazoo and Portage areas. “We are happy to welcome Tim back to the team,” commented Chris Mars, Kalamazoo Commercial Banking Group Manager at FNBM. “His strong…

Huron Valley Names McMahon Finance Manager

MILFORD, Mich., — Huron Valley State Bank has appointed Brendan McMahon, CPA, Finance Manager. McMahon brings over 15 years of experience in finance and taxation, with a background in banking, underwriting, and credit. McMahon began his career as an Associate at Merrill Lynch, where he was promoted to Financial Advisor after two years. He later…

F.N.B. Corporation Promotes Insider to Chief Audit Executive

After Nearly 30 Years of Service, Christine Tvaroch Is Succeeded by Ronda Edkins PITTSBURGH, — F.N.B. Corporation Chief Audit Executive Christine Tvaroch is retiring after nearly 30 years of service to the Company. She will be succeeded by Ronda Edkins, who joined FNB in 2023 as Chief Operational Risk Officer. “Christine has been an asset…

Middlefield Rings Nasdaq Opening Bell

NEW YORK, — Middlefield Banc Corp. celebrated its 10th anniversary of its listing on the Nasdaq Stock Market by ringing the Opening Bell on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. “It is an honor to represent Middlefield by ringing the Nasdaq Opening Bell and celebrating our 10th anniversary on the Nasdaq Stock Market. Since listing on Nasdaq…

NYCB Adds Executives

HICKSVILLE, N.Y., — Flagstar Bank, N.A., the bank subsidiary of New York Community Bancorp, Inc., has appointed nine seasoned leaders to its leadership team. These additions further enhance the Company’s oversight of core businesses and client-focused operations, bringing a blend of financial, commercial, private banking, IT, credit, and regulatory pedigree to the organization. Joseph Otting,…

Peter G. Gurt to Join S&T Board

INDIANA, Pa., S&T Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for S&T Bank, has announced Peter Gurt will join its board of directors. With over 35 years of experience in academic leadership and community engagement, Gurt brings a wealth of strategic competency to S&T’s board. “I am personally delighted to welcome Peter to our board. His leadership…

West Bank Wins Communicator Awards For ‘Standing Strong’ Video

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, — The Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts has named West Bank as a winner of an Award of Excellence (Financial Services) and an Award of Distinction (Corporate Image) for the bank’s new video, Standing Strong, during their 30th Annual Communicator Awards event in New York. This video, narrated by actor…

BofA Names Drew Slocum as Wisconsin President

MILWAUKEE, — Bank of America has named Drew Slocum president of Bank of America Wisconsin. Slocum will lead the Wisconsin market and will be responsible for connecting clients, teammates and communities to the bank’s eight lines of businesses and the full power of Bank of America. Slocum joined Bank of America in 2006 and has…

John Wendling Retires from The State Bank

FENTON, Mich., — The State Bank has announced the retirement of John Wendling, Vice President and Business Development Officer, after a remarkable 51 years of dedicated service in the banking industry. John’s extensive career, marked by his kindness, passion, and unparalleled expertise, has enriched the lives of countless customers, colleagues, and community members. John began…

OCB Promotes Homeister to VP Role

OREGON, Wis., — One Community Bank promoted Brenda Homeister to Vice President, Manager of Commercial Loan Administration. “Brenda joined the Organization in September of 2021 and has been instrumental in the development and evolution of the Commercial Loan Administration Division, enhancing procedures and processes as well as building and strengthening relationships within the Commercial Credit…