Future Focus

Money habits can be instilled in children at a very young age. These habits turn into core behaviors that shape the way your child will handle money throughout their life. For this reason, it’s crucial to start teaching a few of these money lessons to your kiddos earlier rather than later.

Work With Your Budget

If your child wants to buy a Barbie and her Dream House, you’ll have to work with your child to show them how a budget works. They may not...

Who remembers a time when banking could only be done through tellers and the occasional ATM machine? It wasn’t that long ago, but the dramatic rise of digital banking has changed the way people think of their financial institutions.

About 46 percent of customers are using only digital channels for their banking, and new research by Juniper Research shows that by 2021, one out of every two people will use a smartphone, computer or smartwatch to access financial services, a 53 percent...

After more than 100 years of serving West-central Iowa with its signature People First Banking approach, Peoples Bank, which has nine locations in Greater Des Moines and surrounding communities, is launching an exciting and refreshing new look.

The new brand draws from Peoples Bank’s long, storied history while positioning it for the future of banking. It also officially removed “Trust and Savings” from its name yet will continue to offer the same services.

“Peoples...

Scranton, Iowa – April 2018 – Bank President & COO, John Rigler III, is pleased to announce Tina Kafer has been hired as the Vice President, Branch Manager and Loan Officer in Scranton.  For the past 6 years, Tina worked as a Senior Account Credit Manager with John Deere Financial.

Rigler noted, “We are thrilled Tina is re-joining the bank after a successful 14-year run as Vice President and Loan Officer in our Grand Junction branch.  Her...

Scranton, Iowa:  April 27, 2018 – Bank President & COO, John Rigler III, is pleased to announce that Doug Carman will be joining our bank’s Board of Directors. Recently as Executive Vice President, Ag Lender and Manager in the Greene County market, Doug has been a strong contributor to his community and his team specializing in agricultural lending, customer relationships and bank management for over 35 years. 

“His experience and knowledge...

Grand Junction, Iowa (January 2018) Bank President & COO, John Rigler III is pleased to announce the promotion of Jill Hunziker to Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager of Grand Junction.

Jill is a 13-year veteran of the banking industry. She specializes in banking operations, cash management, and consumer lending. Managing a team of banking professionals in Grand Junction, Iowa, Jill has a reputation for outstanding customer service, staying organized and getting results.

Jill...

Grand Junction, Iowa (January 2018)  Bank President & COO, John Rigler III is pleased to announce the promotion of Tina Snedden to Compliance, Security & Safe Act Officer.

Tina’s organizational expertise in her role as Assistant Vice President, BSA and Compliance Associate has earned her advancement as the bank’s AVP, Compliance, BSA/Security and Safe Act Officer.

Tina provides exceptional support and partnership to each line of business.  She balances...

Adel, Iowa (January 2018) Bank President & COO, John Rigler III is pleased to announce the promotion of Marc Riley to Vice President.

Marc currently manages the Adel market where he leads a team of banking professionals.  He carries a strong background in Real Estate Sales and Lending, Commercial Relationship management in addition to Ag Lending.

Marc prides himself on working to identify the best strategy to fit the goals, dreams and needs of his customers.  Respect...

Ogden, Iowa (January 2018) Bank President & COO, John Rigler III is pleased to announce the promotion of Melany Jennings to Vice President.

Melany has been in the finance and banking industry since 1995 with last 12 years at Peoples Bank.  She currently manages a team of banking professionals at the bank’s newest location in Ogden, which opened in 2013.  Melany has been a strong influence in the growth and success of our Boone County market.

Melany holds expertise...

Guthrie Center, Iowa (January 2018) – Bank President & COO, John Rigler III is pleased to announce the promotion of 23 year employee, Dennis Flanery to Senior Vice President.

Dennis Flanery is a banking professional with over three decades of experience. In the role of Market President in Guthrie Center, Dennis has specialized in agricultural and commercial lending. Working within a quality banking organization has allowed Dennis to achieve tremendous career growth, while supporting...