MNB promotes Sheri Smith

Merchants National Bank (MNB) has announced that Sheri Smith has been promoted to Chief Lending Officer.

An Ohio native, and graduate of Ohio State University, Smith has been with Merchants National Bank for seven years. In that time, she has been Head of Commercial Lending and Director of Lending. Prior to joining Merchants National Bank, Smith worked for Fifth Third Bank for 21 years with the majority of her career in various commercial and small-business banking leadership positions.

Smith is actively involved in the community. She serves as VP on the Southern State Community College Foundation board, is a board member of South Central Development Corp, and is a worship leader at Good News Gathering.

“For the past seven years, Sheri has exemplified what it means to be a part of a REAL community bank – building strong relationships, making sound lending decisions, and driving local economic growth. She has added tremendous value to the bank by demonstrating strong leadership and a deep commitment to our customers and community. Her dedication to our mission and core values makes her the ideal leader for this role, and we are excited for her continued impact in supporting our lenders, customers, and the communities we serve,” says Denise Fauber, President and COO.

About Merchants National Bank

Established in 1879, MNB is an independent institution built upon a foundation of financial strength and customer service to be a Real Community Bank. MNB employees specialize in providing exceptional service on a personal level. The bank is large enough to provide financial products at competitive prices, yet small enough to know its customers. MNB offers real estate, construction, agricultural, bridge, commercial and installment loans, all designed to meet dynamic customer needs. MNB has 17 convenient local offices in Athens, Hillsboro, Greenfield, Washington Court House, London, Mt. Orab, Springfield, Batavia, Georgetown, Marysville, Wilmington, and Logan. Supported by ATMs at 15 locations, each office is individually and locally managed. Member FDIC.