Peoples Bank & Trust recognizes Long Term Employees

Pana, Ill. – September 3, 2025 – Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to recognize outstanding employee, Patricia Bond, for 45 years of dedicated service as well as Jennifer Mathis, celebrating 15  years, Mike Cambruzzi celebrating 10 years and Kristi Bonelli celebrating her first year of service.

John Gardner, President and CEO of Peoples Bank & Trust stated, “Our employees truly make up who we are as a provider of banking services for our customers. And to be able to celebrate these anniversary milestones only serves to reinforce the experience customers receive when they visit Peoples Bank & Trust.” Gardner shared, “While each of these anniversaries are substantial, we would especially like to acknowledge Patricia on her incredible milestone.”

Patricia Bond celebrates 45 years of service to the bank this Month. Patty began her career with the bank in September 1980 working as a secretary. She has had many duties during her years at Peoples, including teller, loan teller, proof operator in bookkeeping and her current positive as Administrator Assistant in the Administrative Dept. Patty lives in rural Pana with her husband, Don. They enjoy spending time with her children and grandchildren. Patty is definitely an asset to the Bank.

Jennifer Mathis recently celebrated 15 years of service. She was promoted to Full Time Teller in June, 2015 and has moved up in the customer service area to a Consumer Banker, Consumer Banking officer and is now AVP, Consumer Banker. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys camping, spending time with her children and family. She is an active supporter of girls softball.

Mike Cambruzzi recently celebrated 10 years of service to the bank. Mike is a teller at the Morrisonville branch and shares his smile with each and every customer. Mike lives in Taylorville and was a teacher for 34 ½ years. Mike likes to spend time with my grandkids when I get the opportunity. He likes to play golf and is an avid follower of Blues hockey.

Kristi Bonelli recently celebrated her first anniversary. As a teller at the Pana branch she has quickly become a customer favorite.

“We’re grateful to have dedicated, long-standing team members like Patricia, Jennifer, Mike and Kristi. Their knowledge and commitment strengthen our daily operations and the service we provide to our customers.” said Gardner.

Peoples Bank & Trust is a locally owned and managed, independent community bank with thirteen offices located in Charleston, Altamont, Arcola, Arthur, Tower Hill, Pana, Taylorville, Tuscola, Morrisonville, Springfield, Waverly, Palmyra and White Hall.

Peoples Bank & Trust is a full-service bank offering outstanding customer service to consumers, small businesses, and farmers in Central Illinois. People First Bancshares, Inc., with corporate offices in Pana, Illinois, is the holding company for Peoples Bank & Trust.

For more information on Peoples Bank & Trust and their available banking services or how they can help with consumer or business lending needs, contact the bank at 888-728-1954 or visit www.BankPBT.com.