James Whitaker has been promoted to North Regional President of QUINCY First Bankers Trust, a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Bankers Trustshares, Inc.
In his new position, Whitaker will be in charge of growth, client relations, and strategic initiatives across First Bankers Trust’s northern market locations. Whitaker will concentrate on improving customer experience, promoting company development, and assisting in the ongoing expansion of the communities First Bankers Trust serves by drawing on his vast experience in commercial, agricultural, and real estate lending. In addition, he will oversee Buck Land Funding, the company’s agricultural financing branch, and its recreational land section.
Allen Shafer, president and CEO of First Bankers Trustshares, Inc., stated in a press statement that James has shown outstanding leadership and a strong dedication to our clients during his time there. His broad understanding of agricultural and commercial financing will continue to support our expansion and bolster our reputation in the community.
Since joining First Bankers Trust over 14 years ago, Whitaker has held a number of important positions, including chief credit officer, senior vice president of business development, and vice president of commercial and agricultural lending. Whitaker served as senior vice president of commercial lending in St. Louis prior to joining First Bankers Trust.
I’m thankful for this chance and eager to keep collaborating closely with our hardworking staff and esteemed clients, Whitaker stated. We have a solid base and a lot of room to grow and make a difference in the community.
First Bankers Trust Company is a community-focused commercial bank with its headquarters located in Quincy. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Bankers Trustshares, Inc. and provides a range of financial services to meet the needs of the communities it serves, such as consumer loans, business loans, residential mortgage loans, personal banking, and agricultural loans.
The bank has loan production offices in O Fallon, Ill., and St. Charles, Mo., and branches in Quincy, Macomb, Mendon, Carthage, Rushville, and Springfield, Illinois. In Adams County, Illinois, it is the biggest bank.
Go to https://www.firstbankers.com to learn more.
