AMBOY — The First National Bank in Amboy is proud to announce that Colleen Henkel will be promoted to President as of January 1, 2021. 

Henkel has spent her forty-year banking career at The First National Bank in Amboy, having served in many areas within the bank; most recently as Executive Vice President and Cashier.

Besides her banking and family duties, Henkel has been a community leader. In addition to serving on the board of directors for the bank, she also serves on the KSB Board, the Northern Illinois Cancer Treatment Center Board, the Community Bankers Association of Illinois Legislative Committee, the Lee County Soil and Water District Board, and as Finance Chair of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church.

“I am grateful for this opportunity,” Henkel stated. “The First National Bank in Amboy has a long tradition of serving our local communities for all of their banking needs. I look forward to continuing the values and culture we have created. We are fortunate to have an outstanding team who are passionate about serving the financial needs of individuals and businesses in the communities we serve. We will continue to deliver high quality financial products and services to our customers and I promise we will always give you our best.” 

The First National Bank in Amboy was chartered in 1934 with roots dating back to 1867, with six locations in Lee and Ogle Counties.