Michigan’s Independent Bank appoints chief operating officer
Grand Rapids, Mich.-based Independent Bank Corp. appointed Christopher Michaels chief operating officer. [Continue]
ICBA hires CEO of Minnesota bank to lead member relations
The Independent Community Bankers of America named Glenwood (Minn.) State Bank President Peter Nelson senior executive vice president of member engagement. [Continue]
Bankers’ Bank in Wisconsin announces several promotions
Bankers’ Bank recently hired a commercial banking executive while promoting several other employees. [Continue]
First Security announces VP promotion
Bobbi Spainhower was recently promoted to vice president at Charles City, Iowa-based First Security Bank & Trust. [Continue]
Matthew Howrey becomes chair of the Indiana Bankers Association
A prominent Indiana banker has assumed the reins as chair of the Indiana Bankers Association board of directors for 2025. [Continue]
Indiana’s German American Bank promotes executive
Jasper, Ind.-based German American Bancorp and its subsidiary German American Bank appointed Bradley Arnett to executive vice president from a senior vice president. [Continue]
Guaranty Bank promotes Scorse to president
Springfield, Mo.-based Guaranty Bank named Becky Scorse as president. [Continue]
Centier Bank hires executive, promotes another
Merrillville, Ind.-based Centier Bank hired Kelly Blieden as vice president and trust officer and promoted Jen Pack to VP of mortgage lending. [Continue]
Merchants Bank hires seasoned executive as chief risk officer
Winona, Minn.-based Merchants Bank hired Julie Van Der Wilt as chief risk officer. [Continue]
Iowa’s First Citizens Bank promotes Jeff Gribben to CEO
Mason City, Iowa-based First Citizens Bank promoted Jeff Gribben to president/CEO. Gribben succeeds Marti T. Rodamaker, who continues to chair the board. [Continue]