Merchants names VP

Rob Pyle

Rob Pyle has joined Merchants Bank as a vice president and commercial banker in its Lakeville, Minn., office.

Pyle brings more than 15 years of experience in commercial banking, credit analysis and treasury management solutions to the Winona, Minn.-based Merchants, mostly in the Twin Cities market. He was previously vice president of commercial and business banking

sectors for Old National Bank, Evansville, Ind. He also spent time at Anchor Bank in St. Paul, Minn., prior to its acquisition by Old National.

“We’re excited to have Rob join the talented team in Lakeville and I know his experience in commercial banking will be valuable to our clients as we help their businesses grow and reach their goals,” said Dan Vlasak, Lakeville market president.

Pyle has a Bachelor of Arts degree in exercise sports & science and an MBA from Drury University, Springfield, Mo.

The $2.5 billion Merchants Bank has 23 offices in southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.