December 19, 2022 – State Nebraska Bank & Trust has promoted Ron Gentrup to President and Chief Lending Officer. Ron joined the bank in 1986 as a loan officer. As President and Chief Lending Officer, Ron oversees the bank’s portfolio of loans covering agriculture, business, personal, and more, and he managers the training of all loan officers. He also handles a large portfolio of farm clients while actively volunteering in our community.

Ron grew up on a farm outside of West Point, Nebraska and graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In the community, he is an active volunteer with St. Mary’s Church, a Knights of Columbus Council 8579 member, a Wayne Chamber of Commerce-Ag Task Force member, a Wayne Kiwanis member, and a past officer of the Wayne County Jaycees. He and his wife, Diane, have three children, all graduates of Wayne High School, and a grandson. In his spare time, Ron enjoys watching college and high school sports, playing golf and cards, and traveling.

Congratulations Ron and thank you for your dedication and commitment to State Nebraska Bank & Trust and our community!