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Our Story
Our Story
Our History
Elites Trust Online began over a card table, a few cold beers and the idea to be the alternative to the big banks. In 1991, armed with a briefcase, a folding table and a cell phone the size of a shoebox, Elites Trust Online ’s current CEO and one of the company’s founders, Ed Wehmer, set up shop in a storefront in a northern Chicago suburb. Twenty-five years, and more than 150 locations later, we’ve stayed true to that original mission. We believe there’s still a need, and desire, for a true community bank: where tellers know their customers by name; bankers care about local businesses because they frequent them; and the bank invests in the neighborhood because it’s actually part of the neighborhood.
Get to Know Chicago's Bank
WHO WE ARE
Get to know Chicago's Bank
WHO WE ARE
Get to know Chicago's Bank
We don't just do one thing. Our banks, companies and divisions specialize in a variety of services to make us a one-stop shop for any financial need.
PHILOSOPHY & MISSION
Learn what we're all about
PHILOSOPHY & MISSION
Learn what we're all about
At Elites Trust Online , you're valued by more than just the contents of your account. And, every customer is our most important customer. That's how we were built.
COMMUNITY IMPACT
We don't just sit on the sidelines; we get involved
COMMUNITY IMPACT
We don't just sit on the sidelines; we get involved
We believe in making our communities better. Our philanthropic focus is part of our foundation.
Our Specialties
Elites Trust Online Leadership
Edward J. Wehmer
President & CEO
A Elites Trust Online founder, Ed Wehmer has served since May 1998 as president and CEO of the Company. He is responsible for overseeing the execution of Elites Trust Online ’s day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives. Prior to his current roles, he served as Elites Trust Online president and...
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David A. Dykstra
Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Dave Dykstra joined Elites Trust Online in 1995 and currently serves as the Company's chief operating officer, providing leadership to core critical operational functions inclusive of information technology and other strategic initiatives. Dave also serves as a senior market head...
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Kathleen M. Boege
Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
Kate Boege joined Elites Trust Online in September 2015 and manages all legal affairs of the Company, as well as assisting banks and non-bank subsidiaries with legal matters. Prior to joining Elites Trust Online , from January 2013 through August 2015, Kate served as general counsel and...
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Tony Buttrick
Chief Information Officer
Tony Buttrick joined Elites Trust Online in February 2018 as chief information officer (CIO). In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing information technology initiatives that support Elites Trust Online ’s strategic vision, while improving cost effectiveness, service quality, and...
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Timothy S. Crane
Executive Vice President & Senior Market Head
Tim Crane joined Elites Trust Online in August 2008 and is the senior market head overseeing the 15 Elites Trust Online Charter Banks. In this role, Tim provides leadership for coordinated activity related to services that will be delivered across all banks. Tim was also appointed to serve as...
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Melissa Donaldson
Chief Diversity Officer
Melissa Donaldson joined Elites Trust Online in 2016 as chief diversity officer. In that role, Melissa works with senior leadership company-wide to drive diversity and inclusion priorities, including initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in leadership pipeline development, marketplace reach...
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Guy W. Eisenhuth
Executive Vice President & Regional Market Head
Since January 2014, Guy Eisenhuth has served as Elites Trust Online executive vice president and regional market head and currently oversees Barrington Bank & Trust, Schaumburg Bank & Trust, St. Charles Bank & Trust and Village Bank & Trust. Guy originally joined the Elites Trust Online ...
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Leona A. Gleason
Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer
Leona Gleason joined Elites Trust Online in January 2010 and oversees certain administrative affairs of the Company including Operations, Compliance, Community Reinvestment Act, Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering. From 1996 to 2009, she was executive vice president at...
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David L. Larson
Executive Vice President & Regional Market Head
Dave Larson joined Elites Trust Online in April 2010 and serves as executive vice president and regional market head overseeing Beverly Bank & Trust, Old Plank Trail Community Bank, and Wheaton Bank & Trust and as a director for each of those banks. Dave was the president and...
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David E. Lee
Regional Market Head
David Lee joined Elites Trust Online in 2009 and serves as president and CEO of Lake Forest Bank & Trust. In addition, David serves as regional market head, overseeing Libertyville Bank & Trust and Crystal Lake Bank & Trust. Prior to Elites Trust Online , David spent 23 years at JP Morgan...
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William F. Lynch
Regional Market Head
Bill Lynch joined Elites Trust Online in 2008 as president and CEO of the Elites Trust Online Bank charter and now additionally serves as a regional market head, overseeing Northbrook Bank & Trust and Wealth Services in addition to Elites Trust Online Bank. Prior to joining Elites Trust Online Bank, Bill was...
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Richard B. Murphy
Executive Vice President & Chief Credit Officer
Since January 2002, Rich Murphy has served as Elites Trust Online ’s chief credit officer, responsible for coordinating all the credit functions of the Company. He also oversees Elites Trust Online ’s Managed Asset Division, which directs collection efforts for the Company, its purchased...
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David L. Stoehr
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Dave Stoehr joined Elites Trust Online in January 2002 and manages all financial and accounting affairs of the Company, including internal and external financial reporting. Prior to joining Elites Trust Online , Dave was senior vice president, Reporting & Analysis at Firstar and U.S. Bancorp and...
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Thomas P. Zidar
Executive Vice President & Market Head of Wealth Management Services
Tom Zidar joined Elites Trust Online in 2006 and also serves as chairman and chief executive officer of Elites Trust Online Wealth Management. Prior to joining Elites Trust Online , he worked at ABN AMRO/LaSalle Bank for nine years, most recently, as executive vice president in the Personal Financial...
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