Beloit, WI, August 29, 2023 –First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), is pleased to announce that Keith McCormick has recently graduated from the Graduate School of Banking (GSB) at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. He also received a Certificate of Executive Leadership from the Wisconsin School of Business Center for Professional and Executive Development.
Beloit, WI - First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT) is excited for the return of our annual ‘Back to School’ supply drive to help Stateline area kids as they prepare for their first day of school. The drive will be held July 24 – August 19. Donations may be dropped off at any FNBT location between 9am and 5pm, Monday – Friday.
Beloit, WI - First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) will be hosting a series of Free Coin Appraisal Events during the upcoming months. Ron Beckstrom of Golden Rule Coins will be on-site to tell bank visitors what their old and valuable currency is worth and make offers to purchase some of the appraised currency.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), is pleased to announce that Angie Baskin recently graduated from the – Graduate School of Banking (GSB) Digital Banking School.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) has announced plans to host six free shred days in 2023. Paper Recovery will be on hand to ensure secure destruction of paper documents containing personal information. This free service, open to all community members, will be available from 9:00 am until noon on the following dates:
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), is pleased to announce that Keith McCormick has been promoted to Vice President, Commercial Banking Officer.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the addition of Tyler Noto as Branch Manager for the Beloit-Madison Rd location.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), is pleased to announce the addition of Mark Woodward as Vice President, Retail Market Manager.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), is pleased to announce the addition of Mark Siebold to the FNBT leadership team.
Beloit, WI – David McCoy, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), is pleased to announce the addition of Joe Shere to the FBNT Commercial Banking team in Janesville.
Beloit, WI – David McCoy, President and Chief Executive Officer of First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT), is pleased to announce that Chelsea Ballou has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Director of Bank Operations.
Beloit, WI – Steven M. Eldred, Chairman of the Board for Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc., the holding company of First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), and David McCoy, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of FNBT, are pleased to announce the election of Hagen Harker to the Board of Directors of the First National Bank and Trust.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the following changes within the Cash Management department.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) has been recognized by the Web Marketing Association as a winner of its global 2022 WebAward Competition for Best Bank Website with its entry title of “A Better Digital User Experience.”
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Kristina Duber has been promoted to Branch Manager for the bank’s Delavan branch located at 1221 S Shore Drive in Delavan, Wisconsin.
Beloit, WI, August 25, 2022 – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the creation of a new Project Management Office (PMO) for the bank.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Jennelle Olson has joined the bank as Retail Market Manager for the bank’s Walworth County locations.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that JT Current has joined the bank as Senior Vice President (SVP) Director of Loan Production and Operations.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the following promotions within the Residential Lending, Loan Operations, and Human Resources departments.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the following changes within the Retail and Customer Support departments.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the following changes within the Deposit Operations department.
Beloit, WI – On May 12, 2022, the Annual Meeting of shareholders of Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for First National Bank and Trust Company, was held in Beloit, Wisconsin. The meeting was the 40th for the holding company and the 140th for the family-focused bank, chartered in 1882.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Al Herbst, Rhonda Banks and Jessica Striegel have joined the bank’s mortgage lending team.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Brian Goeller has joined the bank as Senior Vice President (SVP), Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that three FNBT employee family members, Jacki Yagla, Michele Miller and LaMonica Sharp, have completed the Advanced IRA Workshop offered by the Wisconsin Bankers Association.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Mindy Lucchesi has joined the bank as Vice President and Trust Officer.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) will be hosting a series of Free Coin Appraisal Events during the upcoming months. Ron Beckstrom of Golden Rule Coins will be on-site to tell bank visitors what their old and valuable currency is worth and make offers to purchase some of the appraised currency. This free service, open to all community members, will be available from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm on the following dates:
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) pleased to announce that two FNBT employee family members have completed industry educational programs expanding their professional knowledge in their respective fields.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Josh Starks has been promoted to Branch Manager of the Williams Bay location located at 121 N Walworth Ave in Williams Bay, Wisconsin.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the promotion of three individuals in the Wealth Management department as approved at a recent board meeting.
Beloit, WI – The holidays were made just a little brighter for United Way Blackhawk Region this holiday season. First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) raised $520 for the nonprofit organization as part of the annual Holidazzle event in downtown Beloit.
Beloit, WI – After an impressive 47 year career at First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), Diane Martin, Assistant Vice President and Branch Manager of the Argyle branch has announced plans to retire at the end of the year.
Beloit, WI – After an impressive 46 year career at First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), Bonnie Gundry, Vice President and Branch Manager of the Rockton Branch has announced plans to retire at the end of the year.
Beloit, WI – David McCoy, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Jerry Ritzert has joined the company as Executive Vice President (EVP) Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Stacey Sheldon, Deposit Services Team Lead, has recently earned the Accredited ACH Professional (AAP) certification.
Beloit, WI – The Wealth Management team at First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Jarod Schut has earned the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) professional certification from the American Bankers Association (ABA).
Beloit, WI - First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT) is excited to announce that another bank customer has been surprised with a $1,000 prepaid card from Mastercard®. Belinda S. was the second lucky winner from FNBT of Mastercard’s Priceless Surprises sweepstakes in August.
Beloit, WI – Today First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) joined the American Bankers Association and banks across the nation to promote an industry-wide campaign educating consumers about the persistent threat of phishing scams.
Beloit, WI - First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT) is excited to announce that one of our customers has been surprised with a $1,000 prepaid card from Mastercard®. Naill G. was a lucky winner of Mastercard’s Priceless Surprises sweepstakes in July.
Beloit, WI - David N. McCoy, President and Chief Executive Officer of First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), is pleased to announce the election of Jonathan (Jon) J. Schlemmer to the Board of Directors.
Beloit, WI – David McCoy, President and Chief Executive Officer of First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT), is pleased to announce that Don O’Day has been promoted to Executive Vice President Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this position, he will play a key role in the execution of the bank’s strategy as he oversees the day-to-day administrative and operations functions of the bank. He will continue to lead the commercial and consumer banking sales teams in serving our community families with Sound Advice, excellent customer service, and innovative financial solutions to fit the individual needs of consumers, families and businesses throughout the bank’s footprint.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Leda Vogl has joined the bank as the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Officer.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the following changes within the Customer Support and Loan Operations teams.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust, has once again been awarded the highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability from the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, BauerFinancial, Inc. In order to earn the 5-Star rating, FNBT underwent an independent analysis of its financial condition and came out on top! First National Bank and Trust has the strength to support its community as it consistently excels in areas such as capital strength, profitability, asset quality, and much more. This is the 78th consecutive quarter that First National Bank and Trust has earned a recommended rating (5-Stars or 4-Stars) from Bauer.
Beloit, WI, May 26, 2021 – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the following changes within the Small Business, Credit, and Retail departments.
Beloit, WI - First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Daisy Garcia recently earned the National Check Professionals (NCP) certification.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce two officer promotions as approved at the recent board meeting.
Beloit, WI – On May 13, 2021, the Annual Meeting of shareholders of Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for First National Bank and Trust Company, was held in Beloit, Wisconsin. The meeting was the 39th for the holding company and the 139th for the family-focused bank, chartered in 1882.
Beloit, WI - First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) marked the opening of its new Loan Production Office (LPO) in Janesville, Wisconsin with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. Forward Janesville ambassadors and community representatives joined FNBT executives and employees on Wednesday, April 28 for the ribbon-cutting event officially opening the LPO located at 101 East Milwaukee Street, Suite 203. This office represents the second location in Janesville and is the first loan-only office for the bank.
Beloit, WI - First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT) is pleased to announce that two employees have recently earned national human resources (HR) industry certifications.
Beloit, WI - First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT) recently recognized Kyle Middleton from Rockton, Illinois as the first-round local winner in the “Lights, Camera, Save!” national video contest organized by the American Bankers Association Foundation.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust, has once again been awarded the highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability from the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, BauerFinancial, Inc. Earning this 5-Star rating is proof that First National Bank and Trust excels in such areas as capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more. This is no coincidence. In fact, this is the 77th consecutive quarter that First National Bank and Trust has earned a recommended rating (5-Stars or 4-Stars) from Bauer.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the following changes within the Deposit Operations and Customer Support departments.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Bruce Gingrich has joined the bank as Vice President, Agricultural and Commercial Banking Officer.
Beloit, WI – The Wealth Management team at First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Jarod Schut has earned the Certified Financial Planner™ certification.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce plans to open a new Loan Production Office (LPO) in Janesville, Wisconsin in the spring of 2021. The new office, located at 101 East Milwaukee Street, Suite 203, will be led by Senior Vice President (SVP) and Commercial Banking Manager, Scott Bordwell, a seasoned banker with a broad background of commercial and business banking experience in the Janesville market who joined the bank in January 2020.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce officer promotions of two Loan Operations Managers. Tanya Tullock has been promoted to Loan Processing and Secondary Market Manager and Officer; and Kathy Paulli has been promoted to Loan Servicing Manager and Officer.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the promotion of two retail branch managers as approved at the recent board meeting.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Diane Gustafson has been promoted to First Vice President, Commercial Banking Officer.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Deb Griffith has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Director of Retail Banking.
Beloit, WI – BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, announces that First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), Beloit, Wisconsin has been awarded its highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability. Earning a 5-Star rating indicates this bank excels in areas of capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more. FNBT has overcome every challenge that has been thrown its way over the past year. In fact, the bank has earned and maintained Bauer’s recommendation (5-Stars or 4-Stars) for 76 consecutive quarters.
Beloit, WI – Committed to helping its customer and community families during the global pandemic, First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) donated nearly $70,000 in COVID-19 specific programs in 2020 to support area non-profit organizations through several initiatives aimed at supporting individuals in need.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT)has released annual impact data for the financial education curriculum it provides to high school students across Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.
Beloit, WI – BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, has announced that First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), Beloit, Wisconsin has been awarded its highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Matthew Ennis has been promoted to Branch Manager at the Beloit-Madison Rd location located at 1795 Madison Road in Beloit, Wisconsin.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Ryan Renz has been promoted to vice president and controller.
Beloit, WI – BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, has announced that First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), Beloit, Wisconsin has once again been awarded its highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability. Earning a 5-Star rating indicates this bank excels in areas of capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more. Earning and maintaining this top rating for 11 consecutive quarters, especially in this environment, makes its accomplishment even more impressive.
Beloit, WI – On May 15, 2020, the Annual Meeting of shareholders of Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT), was held in Beloit, Wisconsin. The meeting was the 38th for the holding company and the 138th for the family-focused bank, chartered in 1882.
Beloit, WI, May 4, 2020 – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the following officer promotion and addition to the mortgage banking team.
Beloit, WI – BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, has once again commended First National Bank and Trust, Beloit, Wisconsin on its achievement of another 5-Star Superior Rating. Not only has First National Bank and Trust earned Bauer’s highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability, it has maintained that top rating for 10 consecutive quarters. Earning this 5-Star rating indicates that the bank closed out calendar 2019 excelling in areas of capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Steve Schou has joined the bank’s Wealth Management team as a Trust & Investments Officer.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce three officer promotions and an addition to the FNBT family.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) achieved another Superior 5-Star Rating in December 2019 from BauerFinancial, the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm. Not only is the 5-Star Rating earned for financial strength and stability, but indicates that the bank excels in areas of capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality, and more. FNBT has been awarded this highest possible rating for 9 consecutive quarters. Earning and maintaining Bauer’s highest 5-Star rating indicates First National Bank and Trust is one of the strongest banks in the nation.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT) is pleased to announce that David N. McCoy, CPA, has been appointed to President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of First National Bank and Trust Company, as approved by the Board of Directors of Centre1 Bancorp, Inc., the holding company of FNBT. Steve Eldred will continue as Executive Chairman of the Board of FNBT, Chairman and CEO of Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc., and will remain active leading the strategic direction of the bank.
Beloit, WI – The holidays were made just a little brighter for Caritas Community Resource Center this holiday season. First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) raised $634 for the nonprofit organization as part of the annual Holidazzle event in downtown Beloit.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Shawn Murphy has joined the bank’s commercial lending team as Vice President Commercial Loan Officer.
Beloit, WI, November 14, 2019 – The Wisconsin Bankers Association and 11 Wisconsin bankers recently traveled to Washington D.C. to meet with senior staff at four regulatory agencies.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the following promotions.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust has achieved another Superior 5-Star Rating from BauerFinancial, the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm. Not only has First National Bank and Trust earned Bauer’s highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability, it has maintained Bauer’s recommended rating (5-Stars or 4-Stars) for 71 consecutive quarters. Earning and maintaining Bauer’s highest 5-Star rating indicates First National Bank and Trust is one of the strongest banks in the nation.
Beloit, WI, September 30, 2019 – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Laurie Selvey has joined the bank as a residential loan originator.
Beloit, WI, August 21, 2019 – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Dale Falconer has been promoted to network administrator and officer.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Jamie Hibbard has been promoted to branch manager and officer at FNBT’s Elkhorn branch.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Sarah Berryman has been promoted to Assistant Vice President and Branch Manager of FNBT’s Darien office.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Michael Montgomery has joined the company as Information Technology Supervisor and Officer.
Beloit, WI, June 24, 2019 – In recognition of American Housing Month, First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is highlighting five questions first-time buyers should consider before purchasing a home.
Beloit, WI –When considering buying a home, the down payment you put upfront plays a major role in your future housing expenses. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the amount you save can greatly influence your interest rate, monthly housing payment and also your need for mortgage insurance. As you prepare for the home buying process, First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is highlighting six tips to help you cut the extra costs and save a substantial amount for your down payment.
Beloit, WI, June 5, 2019 – First National Bank and Trust has achieved another Superior 5-Star Rating from BauerFinancial, the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm.
Beloit, WI – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce the promotion of three individuals in the Cash Management, Commercial, and Wealth Management departments as approved at a recent board meeting.
Beloit, WI, January 23, 2019 – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) proudly announces the promotion of two individuals as approved at a recent board meeting.
Beloit, WI, May 24, 2017 – USDA Rural Development State Director, Dave Schwobe, named First National Bank and Trust Company as a recipient of the 2016 Silver Million Dollar Lender Award.