People First Bancshares, Inc. Builds its Communities, its Customer Base, its Team and its Capabilities
Pana, Ill. – April 30, 2025– People First Bancshares Inc., held its annual meeting at Peoples Bank & Trust in Pana, IL. During the meeting, the Board of Directors recognized new directors and the organization’s performance over the past year. Brad Davis recognized retiring director emeritus Michael Trexler for 31 years of dedicated service to…
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Alyssa Keller joins Peoples Bank & Trust
Alyssa Keller recently joined Peoples Bank & Trust as AVP, Consumer Banking. In her new role, Alyssa will be responsible for providing courteous, individualized and comprehensive banking services to consumer banking customers in the Charleston branch area. She is eager to begin her position and looks forward to meeting and serving many new clients. “Alyssa…
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Peoples Bank & Trust Contributes to Arcola Corn Palace
Peoples Bank & Trust recently contributed $5,000 to the Arcola Broomcorn Palace to assist with construction costs and the ongoing management of the palace when it opens later this year. This donation was part of the Bank’s $20,000 pledge to the project in downtown Arcola. John Gardner, President and CEO, Dale Boyer, Community Bank President,…
Read More Peoples Bank & Trust Continues to Build the Team
Pana, IL: Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to announce the promotion of a two key employees, Sierra Spears and Ashley Basso and the addition of Kayla Sain, Consumer Banking Officer, Kera Pusch, AVP, Consumer Banking and Matt Harris, VP, Government Guaranteed Loans. Sierra Spears has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Consumer Banking. Sierra…
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Peoples Bank & Trust Recognizes Retirement of Long Term Employee , Susan Palliser
Pana, Ill. – February 28, 2025 – Peoples Bank & Trust is honored to announce the retirement of Sue Palliser, who has dedicated nearly 15 years of service to the bank and its valued customers. Throughout her tenure, Sue has been an integral part of the organization, demonstrating unwavering commitment, professionalism, and a genuine passion…
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Peoples Bank & Trust Contributes to Douglas County Animal Shelter
Peoples Bank & Trust recently contributed $2,500 to the Douglas County Animal Shelter to assist with ongoing financial needs and projects of the shelter. Lisa McCallister, AVP Consumer Banking, along with associate Dylan Kleiss presented the check to Riley Weinstock, Manager/Animal Control Officer, as well as other staff members Dalton Conner and Shelbi Fleener. The…
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Peoples Bank & Trust Welcomes New Vice President, Credit Administration Manager
Pana, Ill. – January 13, 2025 – Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to announce that Jordan Pesko recently joined the bank as the new Vice President, Credit Administration Manager. With an extensive background in credit management and risk assessment, Pesko brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the bank’s management team. John Gardner,…
Read More Peoples Bank & Trust Announces Promotions and Changes to the Credit Operations and Consumer Departments
Pana, IL: Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to announce the promotion of a three key employees, Bridget Painter, Allisha Staten and Jodi Vollmer. Bridgett Painter has been promoted to Vice President, Credit Administration Manager in Pana. Bridgett began working as a teller at Morrisonville Bank in 2001 and continued in that position when the…
Read More Peoples Bank & Trust Announces Retirement of Long Term Employees
Pana, Ill. – January 10, 2025 – Peoples Bank & Trust is honored to announce and celebrate the retirement of two extraordinary employees, Sherri Hunter after 36 years and Carol Schneider with 47 years total and 17 with our organization. Their dedication and contributions to customers, co-workers, the bank and the communities we serve have…
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Peoples Bank & Trust Contributes to Tuscola Pass Program
Peoples Bank & Trust recently contributed $1,000 to the Tuscola Pass Program to assist with ongoing financial needs and projects of the popular after school program. Dale Boyer, Community Bank President, along with Lisa McCallister, AVP Consumer Banking, presented the check to Becca Dunn, Director of Tuscola PASS, as well as other staff members and…
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