Rochester, Ind.-based First Federal Founding Chair and President/CEO Dick Belcher has stepped down after 55 years of leading the organization.  Belcher oversaw the now-$515.4 million bank’s expansion to six branches in northern Indiana and its status as one of the leading mortgage lenders in the state.   The board of directors recently promoted the bank’s current … Read more

Aberdeen Market President Kip Hansen will be promoted to regional president. [Continue]

“I am truly honored to have had the opportunity to see the exponential growth of this company over the last 14 years and work alongside these incredibly talented industry professionals,” Belser said. [Continue]

Rylance graduated from Northern State University in 1978 with a bachelor’s degree in business management. [Continue]

“It has been a pleasure to work with Paul over the years,” said ChoiceOne CEO Kelly Potes. “I have enjoyed his friendship and business insight. Paul has guided ChoiceOne to strong growth and important milestones. We will miss his leadership and wise counsel.”  [Continue]

“Ron has always been committed to the community he works & lives in,” said Mark Miller, executive vice president and chief lending officer at First Security. [Continue]

“Ron has always been committed to the community he works and lives in,” said Mark Miller, First Security president and chief lending officer. “It’s made evident by his community involvement and longevity as a volunteer for many organizations.”  [Continue]

Treynor, Iowa-based TS Bank facilities coordinator Gene Young will retire at the end of this year after a 42-year career with the bank. [Continue]

Two retirements are leading to executive leadership moves at Associated Bank in Green Bay, Wis. [Continue]

Indiana Bankers Association Executive Vice President Paul Freeman will retire Sept. 30 after nearly 35 years of service.  [Continue]