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Old National’s Jim Roolf Named Illinois Bankers Association 2023 Banker of the Year
CHICAGO, Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NASDAQ: ONB) – Jim Roolf, senior vice president and corporate relations officer of Old National Bank, received the
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[{"type":"text","content":"CHICAGO, Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NASDAQ: ONB) – Jim Roolf, senior vice president and corporate relations officer of Old National Bank, received the Illinois Bankers Association’s (IBA) top honor when he was named 2023 Banker of the Year. The Banker of the Year award recognizes an individual whose dedication to excellence has profoundly enhanced the banking industry. The annual award recognizes the individual's leadership and service qualities, applied not only to the banking industry but also to promoting civic, community, and charitable causes. \"Jim is well-respected in the communities within our footprint as well as with bank trade associations and government officials,” said Nick Chulos, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary of Old National. “His engagement and effective leadership are consistent with our core values and further the long-term success of our company.” “Jim Roolf exemplifies everything we hold dear about banking in Illinois. His drive and commitment to the industry and his community have created a lasting legacy,” said Randy Hultgren, president and CEO of the Illinois Bankers Association. “We are honored to recognize Jim as our 2023 Banker of the Year and thank him for his years of exceptional service.” After graduating from the University of Notre Dame, Jim began his banking career in 1974 and has served Old National Bank for more than 48 years. A mentor who has developed fellow bankers during his career, his contributions have included: Chairman and a member of the board of directors of the IBAServing on the IBA’s Government Relations CommitteeServing as the Illinois representative for the American Bankers Association Government Relations CouncilA member of the American Bankers Association Community and Economic Development Council A dedicated community servant, Roolf has served on numerous boards, including Silver Cross Hospital, Joliet Catholic Academy High School, Will County, Illinois Center for Economic Development, American Red Cross (Illinois River Valley Chapter), Chicago Regional Growth Corporation, Joliet City Center Partnership Board and the Illinois State Tollway Highway Authority. Roolf also has received numerous community awards, including: Lewis University’s De La Salle Award for extraordinary service and leadership for the benefit of the community an...