Sturgis Bancorp, Inc. announced the appointment of John T. Wiedlea as Chairman. Mr. Wiedlea is founder of Automation Plus, Inc. He retired this year as Co-Director of the Sturgis Area Community Foundation. He is 68 years old and has been a Director of the Company and the Bank since 2006, serving as Audit Chairman. He is a current member of the following organizations and has held positions as Chairman of the Sturgis Economic Development Corporation, Sturgis Improvement Association, and Brownfield Development of Sturgis. He served as a member of the St. Joseph County EDGE Board. He is a member of Sturgis Rotary Club and Co-treasurer of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Howe, Indiana. Automation Plus, Inc. is not a parent, subsidiary, or other affiliate of the Company.