FIRST CLOVER LEAF FINANCIAL CORP. 
By
January 22, 2014
For Immediate Release
Edwardsville, IL - First Clover Leaf Bank is pleased to announce the expansion of their commercial lending division into St. Clair County with the addition of a new Loan Production Office in O'Fallon, Illinois. The new Loan Production Office or LPO will offer commercial loans, mortgages, home equity loans, and consumer loans. The lending team, made up of familiar local faces and is conveniently located to serve the Southwestern Illlinois region, will be located in the Green Mount Corporate Center. Brian Gibson, Jolene Fischer, Abel Anderson and Rob Pickerell III, comprise the new St. Clair County Business Banking Team.
"This team brings not only a wealth of lending experience, but also an extensive knowledge of the St. Clair County market," states Bill Barlow, Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer. "Our lenders are empowered to build a strong working relationship with our clients and the community. We strive to provide outstanding service, strategic loan products and value-added services to each of our business relationships. Our lending team is ready to serve not only St. Clair County, but the entire Southwestern Illinois market and show them what a true community bank has to offer."
Leading the St. Clair Business Banking Team is long-time St. Clair County resident Brian Gibson. Brian shared his plans for the St. Clair lending team, "Our goal is to bring traditional community banking to St. Clair County. Banking based on simple principals; treat our customers like family members, provide exemplary customer service and offer high quality products and services that meet our customers' needs." Brian has worked in the St. Louis and Metro East markets during his 20 year career. Brian's previous career experience as a CFO of a local business helps him bring additional value to his customers, he stated, "My background allows me to have a unique perspective when talking with business owners, because I have been on their side of the desk". Brian shared his thoughts on the future with First Clover Leaf Bank, "Our team is looking forward to merging the best practices and resources of First Clover Leaf Bank with our experience, knowledge and familiarity of the St. Clair County market. I am confident that together we can provide an exceptional customer-focused banking experience."
Lending Team members Jolene Fischer, Abel Anderson and Rob Pickerell III, bring a superior background of customer service, business banking knowledge and community spirit to the team as well. When asked to share her excitement about joining the Business Banking Group at First Clover Leaf Bank, Jo stated, "This is the bank I have been looking for, a place where my background, experience and skills can be put to good use. Most importantly, this is a place that focuses on putting the customer and community first." Abel and Rob couldn't agree more. They too place an emphasis on providing excellent and personalized business banking experiences. The team's years in the commercial banking business and long resumes of local community involvement fit well with First Clover Leaf Bank's philosophy of providing true community banking.
Dave Kuhl, President and CEO of First Clover Leaf Bank stated, "We have long recognized the St. Clair market as a vibrant and growing community and are excited to add four talented commercial lenders to our team to support this thriving market. First Clover Leaf Bank will continue to pursue opportunities in solid growth markets utilizing local professionals such as Brian, Abel, Jo and Rob."
The new lending team is ready to serve the St. Clair County, Metro East and Southwestern Illinois markets and business owners. The offices located at 475 Regency Park, Suite 150, O'Fallon; Illinois will be open on February 1, 2014. To schedule an appointment or speak to one of the new St. Clair County lending team members, please call 618.656.6122.
About First Clover Leaf Bank
First Clover Leaf Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of First Clover Leaf Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: FCLF). First Clover Leaf Bank is headquartered in Edwardsville, Illinois, and devotes special attention to personal service and offers a full line of retail and commercial products. First Clover Leaf Bank is a strong advocate for community banking. Through a long term growth and expansion plan, First Clover Leaf Bank will continue to serve the Madison County Market and surrounding Metro East Communities.
Further information about the company is available at: http://www.firstcloverleafbank.com
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