The Board of Directors of The First Trust and Savings Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Neil Schippert as President and CEO. Schippert brings 28 years of dedicated service to the bank and is a lifelong resident of the community. His deep roots and long-standing commitment to local families and businesses reflect the values that have guided the bank since its founding in 1909. Schippert stated, “I am honored to serve as the 8th President of The First Trust and Savings Bank, a trusted financial institution serving the community for 117 years and look forward to continuing our work of providing relationship-based banking to the people and businesses we serve.”

The directors are also pleased to share that former President Kerry Bell will continue to serve in a new capacity as Chairman of the Board. In this role, he will provide strategic guidance, continuity, and support for the leadership team of the bank.