11 Hoosier Banker March 2016 banking. My last two years, I worked the morning preload shift at UPS from 4 a.m. to 8 a.m. That experience taught me time management, discipline and the value of a dollar. “When I finished college, I had a chance to join Aristokraft to learn the trade of manufacturing kitchen cabinets. I went through management training, which provided a foundation in accounting, marketing, purchasing, human resources and manufacturing. “Next I gained experience as a purchasing manager out of the Aristokraft plant in Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Granddad was not too happy about that move, because he was convinced I would find a girl out east. He was right ‒ I met my wife Wendy in Littlestown. “My final experience at Aristokraft was managing the plant, first as a superintendent, then as plant manager. “In 1992 I joined LNB, first as a consumer lender, next in commercial lending and then in financial management. In 1997 I was named president and chief financial officer, and in 2007 I was given additional responsibility as CEO. “During my 24 years in banking, I have found that an excellent way to Historic artifacts, such the bank’s original charter as The Lynnville National Bank, decorate the headquarters of LNB Community Bank. learn and stay informed is through the educational programs of the Indiana Bankers Association. The training classes are excellent, and the annual IBA Mega Conference is especially helpful. It covers every aspect of banking within a short period of time.” What advice would you offer to young bankers beginning their careers? Michael A. Renninger Principal (317) 695‐7939 mrenninger@renningerllc.com Securities offered through Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc., 5187 Utica Ridge Road Davenport, IA, 52807 (563)326‐2064 Member: FINRA, SIPC. Renninger & Associates, LLC and Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc. are independently owned and operated. www.renningerllc.com "For an ObjecƟve Assessment of Your Challenges and Professional ExecuƟon of Your OpportuniƟes" Buy‐Side and Sell‐side Representa�on involving whole banks, branches, and non‐bank affiliates Stock Liquidity, Capital Development, and Strategic Planning Stock Valua�ons and Fairness Opinions CPA‐trained and CFO‐experienced Indiana professionals serving Indiana banks. Our services include: “Start with a good education. My career path began when my father encouraged me to go to college and get an education. “Get involved in your local community. You can help people fulfill their dreams, while helping your community economically. Community banking is the economic backbone of our country. “Finally, remember that hard work pays off.” t
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