The Indiana Bankers Association recognized three members of the state’s banking community with Leaders in Banking Excellence awards, the Association’s highest honor. The awards were presented at a ceremony on Friday, Aug. 4, at the IBA’s headquarters in Indianapolis.
Hoosier Heartland State Bank, Crawfordsville, and First Bank Richmond have been honored with the Indiana Bankers Association C2C (Commitment to Community) Awards for outstanding community service performed during 2022.
The Indiana and Kentucky bankers associations are coming alongside their mutual member, Old National Bank, in donating in response to the tragic April 10 event at the bank’s downtown Louisville location.
The members of the Indiana Bankers Association 2023 Board of Directors have assumed their positions effective Jan. 1. Board members were elected Sept. 12 at the IBA Annual Convention in French Lick. In addition to guiding IBA policy and setting long-term goals and objectives, the Board helps determine the Association’s legislative programs and positions on issues affecting Indiana’s banking community.
This year’s board is comprised of:
Laura Wilson, vice president of communications for the Indiana Bankers Association, is retiring effective Dec. 31 after 35 years of service. She joined the IBA in 1987 as associate editor and business manager of Hoosier Banker, IBA’s flagship magazine. Wilson’s position steadily grew to include responsibility for all IBA print and electronic communications, media outreach, public relations and social media.
Jess Hopkins, vice president and Fort Wayne market leader for First Merchants Bank, Muncie, has been honored with the Indiana Bankers Association 2022 Woman on the Rise award, sponsored by Amundsen Davis LLC. She was presented with the award on Wednesday, Nov. 2, during the IBA Banking on Women conference.
Lisa Arnold, president and CEO of Home Bank, Martinsville, has been honored with the 2022 Indiana Bankers Association Woman of the Year award, sponsored by Krieg DeVault LLP, Indianapolis. She was presented with the award on Wednesday, Nov. 2, during the IBA Banking on Women conference.
This annual award recognizes a woman in banking who is community-active, achievement-oriented and contributes to team success.
Jamie R. Shinabarger, president, CEO and director of Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company as well as its parent company, SVB&T Corporation, has been elected 2023 chairman of the Indiana Bankers Association. The election took place Monday, Sept. 12, during the IBA Annual Convention in French Lick. Shinabarger currently serves the IBA as first vice chairman and will become chairman effective Jan. 1, 2023.
State Sen. Chris Garten (R-Charlestown) has been named 2022 Legislator of the Year by the Indiana Bankers Association. The award was announced Monday, Sept. 12, at the IBA Annual Convention in French Lick.
Garry D. Kleer, chairman of the Indiana Bankers Association, has been honored as a Sagamore of the Wabash by Gov. Eric J. Holcomb. The award was presented by State Rep. Brad Barrett on Sunday, Sept. 11, during the chairman’s banquet at the IBA Annual Convention in French Lick. The Sagamore of the Wabash is given to exemplary Hoosiers in recognition of distinguished statewide service.
The Indiana Bankers Association has two significant changes to note within its communications department, effective immediately:
The Indiana Bankers Association this week received the Governor’s Century Business Award in recognition of the organization’s longevity and service to the community and state. The IBA was one of only 19 companies and organizations recognized at this level by Gov. Eric J.
The Indiana Bankers Association has recognized five members of the Indiana banking community with Leaders in Banking Excellence awards, the Association’s highest honor. The awards ceremony took place Aug. 5 at the Indianapolis Renaissance North Hotel.
Home Bank, Martinsville, and First Savings Bank, Jeffersonville, have been honored with the Indiana Bankers Association C2C (Commitment to Community) Awards in their respective asset sizes for outstanding community service performed during 2021. Home Bank won in the category of banks with assets below $500 million, and First Savings Bank won in the category of banks with assets of $500 million and above.
The Indiana Bankers Association is celebrating its 125th anniversary, or quasquicentennial, throughout 2022. Since its founding in 1897, the IBA has been serving the Indiana banking community, withstanding wars, droughts, economic downturns and two pandemics. Its longevity mirrors the stability of its member banks, 85 of which have been in operation a century or longer. Currently, 119 banks and trusts are members of the IBA.