People First Bank

Our Story

Our Story

As a community bank, we believe that we have a responsibility to help keep our community strong. We’ve combined experienced knowledge of the banking world with an intimate understanding of the communities in which we live and work. Whether you are a business owner looking to grow or a customer seeking to send your children to college, we are there for you. We have the means and ideas to help you realize your goals. We are able to accomplish great things thanks to the leadership of our Board of Directors and the unwavering commitment to excellence, proven track record of success, and dedication to quality customer service of our management team. PeopleFirstBank strives to give you all the amenities of a large bank, but with the attention and focus only a community bank can provide. We know that by focusing on your needs, we have the power to meet and exceed your banking expectations. We want you to consider PeopleFirstBank as your valued trusted advisor and the bank you cannot do without.

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Bank Directors

The PeopleFirstBank Board of Directors is made up of experienced business leaders that have demonstrated a sustained commitment to the communities served by PeopleFirstBank.

Robert Wysocki
Chairman of the Board

David T. Stanton

David T. Stanton
Vice Chairman of the Board
President
Chief Executive Officer

Ralph Bias
Director

Jack Carlstrom
Director

Lori Chignoli-Cora

Lori Chignoli-Cora
Director

John J. Dabrowski
Director

Dr. Surendra Gulati

Dr. Surendra Gulati
Director

James Ruzon

James Ruzon
Director

Suryakumar Tanna

Suryakumar Tanna
Director

Bank Leadership Team

PeopleFirstBank has a strong history in community banking and community leadership, and that leadership begins with the Executive team.

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David T. Stanton

David T. Stanton
Vice Chairman of the Board
President
Chief Executive Officer
(815) 207-6222

J. Matthew Bibo

J. Matthew Bibo
       Senior Vice President          Chief Innovation Officer
(815) 207-6268

Mike Butters

Mike Butters
Senior Vice President
Chief Financial Officer
(815) 207-6205

Leticia E. Gans

Leticia E. Gans
       Senior Vice President          Chief Operating Officer
and Cashier
(815) 207-6213

Jack Masterson

Jack Masterson
Executive Vice President
Chief Lending Officer
(815) 207-6202

Management Team

The management team at PeopleFirstBank is second to none. Each officer brings a commitment to excellence and a proven track record of success in the financial industry. With years of combined experience, the management team at PeopleFirstBank is uniquely qualified to help you with your banking needs.

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Daisy Diaz

Daisy Diaz
AVP, BSA
(815) 207-6209

Aurora Pragides

Aurora Pragides
Vice President
Loan Operations
(815) 207-6207

Paul Gaughan

Paul Gaughan
Senior Vice President
Commercial Lending
(815) 207-6233

Jerry Kosek

Jerry Kosek
Vice President ITSO
(815) 207-6263

Gretchen Krugler

Gretchen Krugler
Vice President
Retail Banking
(815) 207-6215

Debra Lopez

Debra Lopez
Loan Operations Officer
(815) 207-6270

Noah Tipton
AVP BSA/Compliance Officer
(815) 207-6211