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CFBank Hires Gregory Perelka

COLUMBUS, Ohio,—CF Bankshares Inc., the parent of CFBank, NA, has added Gregory Perelka as President of Residential Mortgage Lending. Gregory possesses extensive executive experience in finance, sales, and operations, with a proven track record of P&L leadership, strategic growth, and operational excellence. Throughout his career, Gregory has led large teams, implemented state-of-the-art technology solutions, and…

Northwest Names Chad Ballard CIO

COLUMBUS, Ohio—Chad Ballard has joined Northwest Bank as Chief Information Officer. Reporting directly to the company’s President and CEO Louis Torchio, and a member of the executive leadership team, Ballard will lead the bank’s information technology strategy and operations. Ballard is responsible for advancing technology initiatives that support Northwest’s business priorities, strengthen operational efficiency, and…

Consumers Names Robert Miller SVP

MINERVA, Ohio,— Robert Miller has joined Consumers National Bank as Senior Vice President Chief Retail and Deposit Officer. He reports to President and CEO, Ralph J. Lober II, and is based at the bank’s corporate headquarters in Minerva. “We are extremely excited that Rob has joined Consumers to lead our retail operations and deposit product…

Pathfinder Appoints Martin Custer VP

OSWEGO, N.Y.,—Pathfinder Bank has appointed Martin Custer Vice President, Senior Commercial Lender. In this role, Custer will manage a portfolio of commercial loan and deposit relationships while building strong business connections and a positive bank presence in the community. Working primarily in Onondaga County, Custer will support the Bank’s loan and deposit growth goals by…

Bank of Luxemburg Makes Staff Changes

LUXEMBURG, Wis.,—Bank of Luxemburg has celebrated the retirement of two longtime employees. Patti Rollin, Vice President of Loan Operations, has retired after 42 years of dedicated service, and Jeff Mulloy, Chief Credit Officer, has retired after 17 years. Mike Simonds will succeed Jeff as Chief Credit Officer in Luxemburg. Mulloy joined the organization in January…

Huron Valley Names Nickolas Jackson, Christine Campo to VP Roles

MILFORD, Mich.,—Huron Valley State Bank has appointed Nickolas Jackson Vice President/Credit Administration Officer and Christine Campo Vice President / Commercial Lender. Nick will be responsible for overseeing credit administration functions and supporting the commercial banking team through sound credit analysis, risk management, and portfolio oversight. Nick brings nearly two decades of banking experience with a…

Wipfli Promotes 12 Leaders

MILWAUKEE,—Wipfli has promoted twelve professionals to partner, expanding leadership across its advisory, tax and assurance services. The promotions span multiple industries and regions and reflect the firm’s focus on developing leaders who support clients and strengthen long‑term growth. The newly promoted partners are: Chad Braun‑Duin, IP product, general office – Mid‑Atlantic Jennifer Clark, tax services,…

Richard C. Rushkewicz Retires from Northbrook

NORTHBROOK, Ill.,—Richard C. Rushkewicz has retired as Founding CEO of Northbrook Bank & Trust Company, a Wintrust Community Bank. Rushkewicz opened the bank as a de novo in 2000. He concludes a nearly 54-year career in banking during which he has held management positions at several Chicago-area banks. He remains a director of Northbrook Bank,…

Peoples Adds Rhonda Norrbom as EVP, CCO

WAUSAU, Wis.,—Peoples State Bank has named Rhonda Norrbom executive vice president and chief credit officer. Norrbom will oversee credit risk management and the commercial credit administration team, ensuring continued alignment with the bank’s commitment to sound lending practices that support community growth. “Rhonda’s extensive experience in credit risk management and deep understanding of community banking…

Associated Names Jason Hansen Nebraska and Western Iowa Market President

OMAHA, Neb., Associated Bank has named Jason Hansen Nebraska and Western Iowa market president, and business segment leader – Commercial Banking. Hansen will report to Phil Trier, executive vice president, head of Corporate & Commercial Banking. Hansen previously served as president of American National Bank. Hansen’s career at American National Bank began in 2000 as…