Peoples Bank & Trust Welcomes New Vice President, Credit Administration Manager
January 13, 2025
Pana, Ill. – January 13, 2025 – Peoples Bank & Trust is proud to announce that Jordan Pesko recently joined the bank as the new Vice President, Credit Administration Manager. With an extensive background in credit management and risk assessment, Pesko brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the bank’s management team.
John Gardner, President and CEO of Peoples Bank & Trust stated, “We are excited to bring someone with Jordan’s experience to the bank. In this role, he will oversee the bank’s credit policies and procedures, ensuring sound lending practices and maintaining Peoples’ commitment to customer satisfaction as well as responsible growth.” Gardner continued, “Jordan will play a key role in supporting the bank’s strategic goals by managing credit risk and enhancing the bank’s lending portfolio.”
Pesko joins Peoples Bank & Trust with nearly 10 years of experience in the areas of Financial Compliance and Internal Auditing. He also brings in-depth knowledge and skills in the areas of Regulatory Compliance & Standards, Compliance Management and Fair Lending.
Pesko holds a finance degree from Benedictine University. Most recently he served as a Director at CLA (ClifftonLarsonAllen), a nationally recognized accounting firm that focuses on audit, tax and consulting services.
Gardner noted, “We look forward to the valuable contributions Jordan will make. He brings extensive business experience. We are delighted to have him join our team.” Pesko will be based in the Taylorville Branch of Peoples Bank & Trust.
Peoples Bank & Trust is a locally owned and managed, independent community bank with thirteen offices located in Charleston, Altamont, Arcola, Arthur, Tower Hill, Pana, Taylorville, Tuscola, Morrisonville, Springfield, Waverly, Palmyra and White Hall.
Peoples Bank & Trust is a full-service bank offering outstanding customer service to consumers, small businesses, and farmers in Central Illinois. People First Bancshares, Inc., with corporate offices in Pana, Illinois, is the holding company for Peoples Bank & Trust.
For more information on Peoples Bank & Trust and their available banking services or how they can help with consumer or business lending needs, contact the bank at 888-728-1954 or visit www.BankPBT.com.