Jeffrey Mefford will retire as president of Effingham, Ill.-based Midland States Bank on June 30 after more than two decades with the organization..Mefford has spent the past seven years as president. “Jeff has played a key role in our growth over many years, particularly in strengthening our sales culture and deepening client relationships,” said Midland States Bancorp President and CEO Jeffrey G. Ludwig. As part of the succession plan, Jeremy Jameson will be promoted to executive vice president and chief banking officer of Midland States Bank. “Jeremy brings deep credit expertise, strong leadership and a commitment to the communities we serve,” Ludwig said.As of Sept. 30, Midland States Bancorp had nearly $7 billion in assets and $4.36 billion in wealth management assets under administration.
