BRIEFLY IN KANSAS BANKING Candace Wolke Nominated to the 40 Under 40 by the Independent Community Bankers Association Congratulations to Candace Wolke, chief credit officer/market president for Vintage Bank Kansas in Wichita, for being nominated to the 40 Under 40 by the Independent Community Bankers Association on the national level. Known as the banker in town, Candace always represents Vintage Bank Kansas, whether through community involvement or as a customer-based lender. Thanks to her assistance during Vintage Bank Kansas’ acquisitions, it has grown from $40 million in assets and three branches to a $240 million asset, 12-branch institution. Exchange Bank & Trust Hires Tona Stone as Marketing Officer President Douglass Adair announced that Tona Stone had accepted and started the position of marketing officer for the Exchange Bank, replacing Vice President Ginger Hunninghake, who retired in May. Stone is a 2006 graduate of Missouri Western with a BSBA degree and an emphasis in marketing. As marketing officer, Stone will be responsible for branding, marketing, social media and networking for the bank. Ginger Hunninghake stated, “Tona first worked as a teller with us in 2006 for 6 years before returning. She will be a wonderful addition to the bank. I have complete confidence in her ability.” Stone is an Atchison Community Educational Foundation board member, serving as treasurer. Raised in Atchison County, she stays busy with her two sons, Jackson and Dillon, who are involved in competitive sports. She enjoys reading and spending time with those closest to her. Congratulations to Doug Johnson, President & CEO of Guaranty State Bank & Trust Co. in Beloit, for 50 Years in Banking! Congratulations to Doug Johnson on his 50th year in the banking industry! Before starting his banking career, Doug graduated from Miles High School in 1970 in Iowa. He then graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in animal sciences and industries in May 1974. Doug was hired as the Farm Service director at the Guaranty State Bank & Trust Co. on June 3, 1974, in Beloit, Kansas, which began his journey in banking. He was elected to become a member of the board of directors in 1976 and later became CEO in April 1987. In March 1977, he met his bride, Janet Rewerts, from Stafford, Kansas. They have three daughters: Melissa (Dave Warders) who lives in Wichita, Kansas, with their children Rachel, Ben and Joe; Angie (Travis Chaney), who lives in Siloam Springs, Arizona, with their children Will, Maybelle and Rosemary; and Allison (Tyler Carroll) who lives in Siloam Springs, Arizona with their children Olive and Denver. Doug’s favorite hobbies are spending time with his grandchildren, biking and traveling. 28
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