Stockgrowers State Bank Promotes Ken Kirsop Stockgrowers State Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Ken Kirsop to Chief Lending Officer. Kirsop has extensive experience in lending and dedication to the mission of Stockgrowers State Bank. Kirsop is well equipped to lead the bank’s lending initiatives and support the financial needs of the bank’s customers. Since joining the company in 2015, Kirsop has played a pivotal role in leading the development of the bank’s diverse credit portfolio with a passion for helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals. His strategic vision and customer-first approach are instrumental in shaping the future of our lending services, overseeing the growing team of Stockgrowers loan professionals who represent the future of the bank. In addition to his role as Chief Lending Officer, Kirsop serves on the board of directors for Maple Hill Bancshares. Congratulations to Kirsop on this well-deserved promotion! Haberfeld Announces Key Leadership Transitions, Dr. Sean Payant Named President Haberfeld, a strategic growth partner for community financial institutions across the country, has announced the promotion of Dr. Sean Payant to President and the transition of Achim Griesel to President Emeritus. The key executive changes are part of the company’s long-term succession plan. Dr. Payant began as a Consultant at Haberfeld in 2007 and rose steadily within the organization while serving in key leadership roles, most recently as Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Executive Vice President. Dr. Payant brings a wealth of experience to his new role. As a respected industry expert, he has extensive experience working with industry associations and community financial institutions. He is an active faculty member at the Pacific Coast Banking School in Seattle, Washington, and the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. “With nearly two decades of experience at Haberfeld, Dr. Sean Payant has established himself as a nationally recognized expert in community banking,” says Ben O'Neill, Chief Executive Officer of Haberfeld. “His appointment as President signals an exciting new chapter for the firm, and we are confident in the strength of leadership and depth of expertise he brings to the role.” As President, Dr. Payant will collaborate with the leadership team to provide strategic oversight for the organization, manage key departments across the company and ensure the continued strength of client relationships. He will also remain actively involved in the ongoing development of HabWell, Haberfeld’s health services vertical. 25
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