Altoona, Wis.-based Citizens Community Federal National Association appointed Bill Bertrand to its board of directors.
Bertrand is the president and owner of One Automotive Group which owns the local Mazda, Honda, Hyundai, Volkswagen and Audi dealerships.
“We are pleased to add [Bertrand] as a director to our bank board as we expand our community outreach and develop strong board succession planning for the bank,” said Steve Bianchi, president and CEO of the $1.7 billion bank.“The board’s efforts to attract a highly skilled businessperson with a strong network and reputation is a priority for community banks like Citizens. We believe Bertrand’s skills will enhance the quality of our board.”
Bertrand said he is “both honored and humbled at the opportunity to serve as part of the board of directors. I look forward to contributing positively and impactfully as I settle into this new endeavor.”