Bank of Edwardsville names president and CEO

Kevin Powers has been named president and CEO of the Bank of Edwardsville, Ill..Powers replaces Tom Holloway, who has been president and CEO of the $1.6 billion bank since 2005. Powers begins his role on March 2..Most recently with Bremer Bank, St. Paul, Minn., Powers has more than 35 years of banking experience. He began his career with First Bank (now U.S. Bank) before joining Bremer in 1991..He has a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks.."We're confident that Kevin will not only continue the dedication to our core values of tradition, innovation and community service, but will in fact build upon those beliefs which have made us the leading community bank in the region," said Robert Plummer, Bank of Edwardsville chairman. "His extensive background in banking, and the success he's earned in every area of the industry, will make him a tremendous asset to the bank."