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Congratulations John V. (JV) Evans, III

Published 01/14/2022

Community Banker Elected to the 2021 ICBA Federal Delegate Board

 Local Leader Helps Deliver Community Banking Message to Nation’s Capital

Washington, D.C. (January 13, 2022)—The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today announced that community banker John V. (JV) Evans, III, Executive Vice President Chief Credit Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, headquartered in Burley, Idaho, was elected to the ICBA Federal Delegate Board. ICBA is the nation’s voice for community banks.

“I am honored to be elected to represent our industry and help ICBA communicate the positive story of community banking,” Evans said. “As relationship-based lenders, committed to ensuring the financial health of local consumers and entrepreneurs, community banks are central to creating communities of prosperity nationwide.”

In addition to helping shape and advocate ICBA’s national policy positions and programs, Evans’ duties include engaging in grassroots activities in Idaho and serving as a liaison between independent community bankers and ICBA staff and leadership in Washington, D.C. He will also work to recruit new members to ICBA.

ICBA is the only organization dedicated exclusively to promoting the interests of locally operated community banks and savings institutions. With trusted financial expertise and high-quality customer service as their hallmarks, community banks offer the best financial services option for millions of consumers, small businesses and agricultural enterprises.

“JV  is a dedicated advocate for his community who is well-respected by his industry peers,” said ICBA Chairman Robert M. Fisher, President and CEO of Tioga State Bank. “We are fortunate to have JV serve in this volunteer capacity in pursuit of creating an environment where community banks, and the communities they serve, continue to flourish.”

About ICBA

The Independent Community Bankers of America® creates and promotes an environment where community banks flourish. ICBA is dedicated exclusively to representing the interests of the community banking industry and its membership through effective advocacy, best-in-class education, and high-quality products and services.

 With nearly 50,000 locations nationwide, community banks constitute 99 percent of all banks, employ more than 700,000 Americans and are the only physical banking presence in one in three U.S. counties. Holding more than $5.8 trillion in assets, over $4.8 trillion in deposits, and more than $3.5 trillion in loans to consumers, small businesses and the agricultural community, community banks channel local deposits into the Main Streets and neighborhoods they serve, spurring job creation, fostering innovation and fueling their customers’ dreams in communities throughout America. For more information, visit ICBA’s website at www.icba.org.???????

Welcome Sam Taylor

Published 01/06/2022

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sam Taylor as Vice President Commercial Loan Officer for the Murray branch.

He obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree while attending Brigham Young University and brings with him almost two decades of financial experience. As Vice President Commercial Loan Officer, he will be responsible for business development and marketing of existing and prospective accounts. He will also structure loan terms and fees, perform financial statement analyses, make approvals and recommendations for loans, and monitor loan activities.

Sam is currently attending the Pacific Coast Banking School, a two-year program offering graduate-level banking and leadership education.  Sam is an active member of Rocky Mountain Community Reinvestment Corporation whose vision is to eradicate the severe shortage of affordable housing throughout the Rocky Mountain region.

Sam looks forward to delivering the best of his services to the area while being part of the D.L. Evans Bank team. He invites his friends, family, and customers to visit him at the Murray branch located at 156 East Winchester Street or reach him by phone at the office at (801) 288-2202.

Welcome Cindy Beecher

Published 01/03/2022

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cindy Beecher to Residential Mortgage Lending Sales Manager for the Northern Utah area.

Cindy brings an impressive thirty-year background in banking experience with her to D.L. Evans Bank. With her knowledge, she will continue to be successful while demonstrating effective leadership skills that encourage the development and achievement of individual and team goals.

She earned her Business Management degree while attending Salt Lake Community College and her Interior Design degree at Weber State University. In 2012, she was awarded Utah Business Magazine’s “30 Women to Watch”.

Cindy has positively impacted her community as a member or volunteer of Habitat for Humanity, Odyssey House, Women’s President’s Organization, United Way and Red Cross.

She also enjoys skiing, biking and skijouring and has two sons and four grandchildren she loves spending time with.

To visit Cindy, you may stop in the South Ogden branch at 3990 South Washington Boulevard or reach her at the office at (801) 399-2265 or on her cell phone at (801) 540-2692.

Congratulations Vaelene Bryant

Published 12/30/2021

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Vaelene Bryant as Vice President Branch Manager for the Ketchum branch.

Vaelene has acquired 28 years financial experience and has been employed at D.L. Evans Bank for three of them. She was previously Assistant Vice President Retail Branch Manager. In her new position, she leads the strategic planning for the branch, produces sales plans, works to expand bank business as a representative of the bank and builds relationships with the local community.

Vaelene previously served on board as Treasurer for ARCH Community Housing and is still a strong supporter! She loves working and living in the Wood River Valley with its people, culture and beautiful surroundings.

Vaelene is very proud to be working for D.L. Evans Bank and being able to support the customers and community. She invites friends, family, and customers to visit her at the Ketchum branch located at 680 Sun Valley Road, Suite 101.  You may also reach her by phone at the office at (208) 622-0415 or by cell phone at (208) 309-5024.

Congratulations Michelle Kreczkowski

Published 12/22/2021

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Michelle Kreczkowski to Commercial Loan Officer at the Hailey branch.

Michelle has been employed at D.L. Evans Bank for nine years. In that time, she has held several positions. She started as a Teller/Back Up Loan Assistant to Branch Specialist, Loan Assistant and Consumer and Commercial Lending Specialist. In her new position, she will be responsible for receiving, reviewing, and evaluating commercial loan requests as well as business development and marketing to existing customers and prospects.

Michelle enjoys camping, RZR riding, being outdoors, meeting new people, reading, and spending time with her husband and animals. She also volunteers for several organizations during the year, including the 4^th of July Parade and Trailing of the Sheep.

Michelle will continue to deliver the best of her services to the Wood River community and welcomes her customers, friends, and family to visit her at the Hailey branch located at 609 South Main Street. She may be contacted at the office at (208) 788-2130.

Welcome Neil Christensen

Published 12/17/2021

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Neil Christensen as Commercial Loan Officer at the Twin Falls Financial Center.

Neil has been working with businesses in the Magic Valley for the past 16 years. He is excited to bring that experience to D.L. Evans Bank as a Commercial Loan Officer. He will be responsible for receiving, reviewing, and evaluating commercial loan requests as well as business development and marketing to existing customers and prospects.

Neil obtained his Marketing Degree while attending Utah State University. He is the President of Business Plus, an Executive Board member of Southern Idaho Economic Development and the Head Pyro for the Twin Falls 4^th of July fireworks celebration. In his free time, he loves spending time with his family and cycling long distance.

Neil looks forward to continuing building relationships he has in the area while being part of the D.L. Evans Bank team. He invites his friends, family, and customers to visit him at the Twin Falls Financial Center located at 906 Blue Lakes Boulevard North. He can be reached by phone at the office at 208-933-2265 or by cell phone at 208-420-4144.

Congratulations Mary Frances Small

Published 12/15/2021

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Mary Frances Small to Commercial Loan Officer for the Rupert branch.

Mary Frances has been with D.L. Evans Bank for over two years where she’s been a management intern. In her promotion as a commercial loan officer, she will receive, review, evaluate, and underwrite commercial loan requests. She will also be responsible for business development and marketing of existing and prospective accounts.

She grew up on a 5th generation family cattle ranch in Medicine Lodge, Idaho and attended college at Oklahoma Panhandle State University where she participated in college rodeo and graduated with a double bachelor’s in Animal Science and Agriculture Business.

Mary Frances looks forward to being an upcoming member of the Oakley Vigilante Board and is also excited to serve her community with their financial needs.  She invites her customers, friends, and family to visit her at the Rupert branch located at 318 South Oneida. She can be reached in the office at (208) 436-2265.

Welcome Maryann Byg

Published 12/08/2021

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Maryann Byg as Operations Officer for the Murray branch.

Maryann has over fifteen years of financial experience. As an Operations Officer she will oversee operations of the Murray branch and other members on her team daily while serving her customers. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Utah majoring in Human Development and Family Studies.

After finishing four years in the Primary Presidency of her Ward, she is now part of the Relief Society Presidency. Maryann also owns a boxing gym and loves the interaction it brings with the Murray community. Maryann and her family love spending time together. They regularly enjoy playing a variety of games on Sundays, going for walks, hiking, boxing, reading, and going to plays.

She is excited to continue building relationships she has in the area while being part of the D.L. Evans Bank team. She invites her friends, family, and customers to visit her at the Murray branch located at 156 E. Winchester Street or reach her by phone at the office at (801) 288-2202.

Congratulations Myron Nield

Published 11/24/2021

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Myron Nield to Vice President Branch Manager of our Kimberly branch.

Myron has over twenty years of banking experience and has been with D.L. Evans Bank for the last three years. Myron will continue to do commercial and agricultural loans. He obtained his BBA Business Finance Degree from Idaho State University in 1988. Myron has been a member of the Kimberly School Board for fourteen years and is currently serving as the Chairman. He has also been involved with the Kiwanis Club and the Boy Scouts of America.

Myron has a passion for music and sings vocals and plays guitar with the local band Kimberly Road.  He also enjoys sports, gardening, and travelling.

Myron is excited to build and expand the personal and business banking relationships he has developed in the Magic Valley area. He is located at the Kimberly branch at 242 North Main Street. Myron can be reached by phone at the branch at (208) 423-6200 or his cell phone 208-308-3738.

Welcome Steve Ayers

Published 11/18/2021

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Ayers to Vice President Commercial Loan Officer at the Murray Branch.

Steve joins D.L. Evans Bank with over twenty years of experience in banking. In his new position, he will be responsible for responsible for receiving, reviewing, evaluating and underwriting commercial loan requests as well as business development and marketing of existing and prospective accounts. He is a graduate of Pacific Coast Banking School, has obtained a Leadership Certificate from the University of Washington and a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from University of Utah. He will now bring his knowledge and experience to help businesses develop and grow by providing them with the loans that are right for them.

Steve is a dedicated member in his community and is part of the Murray Chamber of Commerce, the Salt Lake Boys and Girls Club and a volunteer for an Addiction Recovery Program through the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He also enjoys spending time with his family, being outdoors and mountain biking.

We welcome Steve and look forward to his contribution to the Murray branch, located at 156 East Winchester Street. Stop in and see what he can do for you or reach him at the office at (801) 288-2202 or by cell (801) 230-1311.

Congratulations Adair Tello

Published 11/17/2021

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Adair Tello to Business Banking Officer in the Magic Valley area.

Adair graduated from Idaho State University and began his banking career with D.L. Evans Bank last year in the Business Online Banking department. In his new position he will be helping business customers with their Business Online Banking, Business Capture, and Merchant Services needs. Adair strives to develop long term partnerships with his customers and be a resource as they develop and grow their business.

Adair has experience helping minority owned small businesses and is fluent in Spanish. In his free time Adair enjoys traveling and one day hopes to visit all 7 modern wonders of the world. He has already been able to mark off two from his list (Chichen Itza and Colosseum). He was born and raised in the Magic Valley and enthusiastic to serve the business community. 

Adair will continue to provide excellent customer support for all his existing customers and prospects. We would like to welcome his clients, friends, and family to visit him at the Twin Falls Financial Center located at 906 Blue Lakes Boulevard North. You may reach him at the office by calling (208) 933-2201.

Congratulations Jordan Harrison

Published 11/10/2021

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Jordan Harrison to Vice President Branch Manager at the new Layton, Utah, branch. The Layton branch is scheduled to open early next year.

Jordan has over fourteen years of financial experience and was previously Vice President Commercial Loan Officer at the South Ogden branch. In his new position, Jordan will be responsible for directing and administering the operational and commercial lending efforts of the branch as well as business development and marketing of existing and prospective accounts. He attended Weber State University where he earned his BA in Economics and his MBA. Jordan is also a graduate of Pacific Coast Banking School.

He enjoys golf, playing tennis and running with his three children and beautiful wife. Jordan also serves as Trustee and Vice Chairman for Davis Arts Council and is a member of the UBA Convention Committee.

 
Jordan looks forward to serving the community while building and expanding the personal and business banking relationships he has developed in the Layton area.  He would love to invite his customers, friends, and family to visit him at the Layton branch upon opening. He can be reached by phone at (801) 390-3775.

Welcome Julie Taylor

Published 11/05/2021

John V. Evans Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of D.L. Evans Bank, is pleased to announce that Julie Taylor has joined D.L. Evans Bank and she will serve as the Vice President Branch Manager at the Murray, Utah branch.

Julie joins the D.L. Evans Bank team with thirty-five years of finance and banking experience. Julie has also completed various American Institute for Banking courses. In her new position as a Vice President Branch Manager, she will be responsible for directing and administering the operational and commercial lending efforts of the branch and will continue to assist her customers with commercial lending requests.

Julie is currently serving on the Corporate Council for the Fourth Street Clinic which serves the homeless community. She loves spending time with her family, traveling and following Formula 1.

Julie looks forward to building and expanding the personal and business banking relationships she has developed in the Utah area and invites her customers, friends, and family to visit her at the Murray branch located at 156 E Winchester St. She can be reached at the office by phone at (801) 288-2202 or by cell at 801-455-7097.