OMB Bank Names Jeff Palmer New President

0:00It's April 3rd. I'm Cory with the story, and this is Kansas News today. Your AI-powered local news. OMB Bank just made a big move in leadership, naming Jeff Palmer as their new president while he keeps his job as chief financial officer. He'll take over day-to-day operations from CEO Mark Harrington, who stays in charge as the top executive. This comes as the bank hits $2 billion in assets. Palmer's got over 20 years in community banking, joining OMB back in 2019 after more than 10 years as Stockman's bank, where he was. Missouri president CFO and controller. Harrington praised Palmer's experience, judgment, and fit with the bank's culture, saying it's key for handling growth. Palmer knows the markets, customers, and team inside out, setting up the bank for smooth expansion. The Springfield-based bank, founded in 1999, runs 10 branches across southwest Missouri in the Kansas City area. Last year, they added senior vice president roles for chief risk officer, Michelle Sullivan,

1:03and consumer lending director, Duane Farmer. In September, they opened their 10th full-service pot in Prairie Village, signaling more momentum ahead as they build out that strong leadership.