Monica Meyers Joins Stillman Bank as Director of Loan Operations Stillman Bank is pleased to welcome Monica Meyers as Director of Loan Operations, according to Thomas R. Hughes, President & CEO. In her position, Monica will be responsible for overseeing commercial/consumer loan processing, loan accounting, document imaging, loan quality review, and mortgage underwriting/processing. She will… Read More
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Still Local, Still Solid, Still Finding the Bright Moments in Life: Our 2025 in Review As 2025 comes to a close, it is easy to look back and focus on the challenges the year may have brought. But at Stillman Bank, we have found that the brightest moments always come from giving back. Serving our… Read More
Purchase with a Purpose Check Presentations | Fall/Winter 2025 We recently ended our “Purchase with a Purpose” Debit Card Campaign in which a $1.00 donation was made to local charities with every Stillman Bank Debit Card transaction up to $6,000! We were excited to be able to present checks for $2,000 to 3 non-profit organizations… Read More
‘Tis the Season to Be Skeptical | Shopping Online Securely A Holiday Deal Too Good to Be True Maya was thrilled when she found a pair of name-brand wireless headphones advertised at 70% off. The website looked professional, the holiday promotion felt urgent, and she even received a confirmation email minutes after placing her order…. Read More
Your Top Questions About Fraud – Answered Fraud can happen fast. These simple tips can help you stay safe and in control. What’s the difference between fraud and scams? Fraud is any trick to steal your money or personal information. Scams are just one type, and they often look like texts or emails that seem… Read More
Purchase with a Purpose | Fall/Winter 2025 This November, every time you use your Stillman Bank debit card, a $1.00 donation will be made to 3 local non-profit organizations, up to $6,000! The organizations that have been nominated by our local communities to receive up to $2,000 each from this promotion are: 1. A Mother’s… Read More
Kaitlyn Jones Promoted to Stillman Bank Treasury Relationship Manager Stillman Bank has recently promoted a key member of its successful team in northern Illinois. Kaitlyn Jones has been promoted to the position of Treasury Relationship Manager, according to Thomas R. Hughes, President and CEO. A graduate of Belvidere North High School, Kaitlyn went on to… Read More
Stillman Bank’s Kathy Yocum Named 2025 Illinois Bankers Association Woman of the Year Stillman Bank is proud to announce that Kathy Yocum, Vice President and Director of Retail Banking, has been named the 2025 Woman of the Year by the Illinois Bankers Association (IBA). This prestigious award honors a woman in banking who not only… Read More
Mortgage Rates Are Falling: 5 Smart Moves You Can Make Now Where Rates Have Been Back in January 2021, 30-year mortgage rates were at historic lows, hovering around 3%. However, that did not last. In 2022, rates surged past 5% on average. By the end of 2023, they crept up to just under 7%. In… Read More
Jacob Davenport Joins Stillman Bank as Trust Investment Officer Stillman Bank is pleased to welcome Jacob Davenport, CFA, CFP®, as Trust Investment Officer, announced Thomas R. Hughes, President & CEO. In his position, Jacob will work within the bank’s Trust and Wealth Management Department. He will be located primarily in the bank’s Rockford office, 8492… Read More