Centier Bank hires two executives

Merrillville, Ind.-based Centier Bank named Tom Connally senior vice president and head of mortgage warehouse lending and Brian Jablonski as vice president, business banker. .Connally, who is based in LaPorte, Ind., has more than 25 years of experience in mortgage warehouse lending. He also has experience in sales management, platform development and business growth. Connally has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Massachusetts, Boston, and an MBA from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.“We are fortunate to add an industry talent like Tom to Centier,” said Chief Lending Officer of Commercial Banking Tom Wilk. “His extensive experience will be instrumental as we continue to grow this division.”Jablonski, who is based in Valparaiso, Ind., has 16 years of experience at national banks, recently as financial center manager at Fifth Third Bank in Valparaiso. “We are thrilled to welcome an industry leader like Brian,” said Vice President Lydia Bowen. “His experience and dedication will be a great asset to our clients and the entire business community.”Jablonski has a business management degree from West Lafayette, Ind.-based Purdue University.