Archive for month: July, 2026
Kyler Kabat
PremierBank has announced that Kyler Kabat has joined the bank as First Vice President, Director of Retail and Mortgage Lending.
In this leadership role, Kabat will oversee PremierBank’s retail and mortgage lending team, leading strategic growth initiatives and supporting the bank’s commitment to serving communities throughout Jefferson, Rock, and Walworth counties.
Kabat brings more than 15 years of real estate and financial services experience to PremierBank. After beginning his career in the real estate industry, he transitioned into banking, where he developed extensive expertise in lending, relationship management, and market leadership. Most recently, he served as Market President for a financial institution in Jefferson County, overseeing market growth, customer retention, profitability, and collaboration between lending and retail banking teams.
“Kyler’s extensive banking experience, leadership abilities, and commitment to community involvement make him an excellent addition to our team,” said Matt Zastrow, Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer at PremierBank. “His energy, expertise in retail banking and mortgage lending, and strong community focus will be a tremendous asset as we continue to grow and serve our customers.”
Kabat is a lifelong learner who has completed the Wisconsin Bankers Association’s Residential Mortgage Lending and Commercial Lending programs. He recently completed the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, earning a Certificate of Executive Leadership as a member of the Class of 2025. He also holds a Wisconsin Real Estate Broker’s License.
“Leadership in community banking is about more than business. It’s about trust and making an impact where it matters most. I’m energized by the chance to lead a team that is focused on customer relationships and is a leading provider of financial services in the market areas we serve,” said Kabat.
Actively involved in the community, Kabat currently serves as Treasurer and Director for the Lake Mills Chamber/Main Street organization and has previously served on the Waterloo Master Plan Committee and as an Affiliate Director for the Jefferson County Board of Realtors.
Kabat currently resides with his wife and two children in Lake Mills where they enjoy family time, sports, outdoor activities, and following the Badgers!
Marcos Vega
First Business Bank welcomes Marcos Vega, MBA, CTP, as Senior Vice President – Director of Specialty Deposits. In this role, he leads the Bank’s Specialty Deposits initiative, helping organizations across specific industries access treasury management and deposit solutions aligned with their operational and liquidity goals.
Marcos brings extensive treasury management and institutional banking experience that will strengthen our ability to serve specialized industries with complex deposit needs,” said Melissa Fellows, Senior Vice President – Managing Director of Treasury Management. “His track record building relationships across key niche sectors positions him well to drive targeted deposit growth that supports our broader strategy.”
Marcos Vega serves as Senior Vice President – Director of Specialty Deposits at First Business Bank, where he leads the development and growth of the Bank’s Specialty Deposit group. With more than 20 years of commercial banking experience, Marcos brings deep expertise in treasury management, institutional banking, and complex deposit relationship management across specialized industries. He works closely with Relationship Managers and Treasury Management Officers to support deposit growth strategies, develop niche vertical expertise, and deliver treasury solutions that support our clients’ operational and liquidity needs. His background includes supporting businesses and institutions in healthcare, education, nonprofit, government, payment processing, manufacturing, and construction sectors, with experience spanning cash flow management, working capital strategy, fraud mitigation, and payment solutions.
Marcos earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Marquette University and his Master of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where he completed emphasis studies in consulting, real estate, strategic innovation, and customer insights. He earned the Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) designation through the Association for Financial Professionals. Marcos is active in several community organizations, serving on the boards of HPGM and Meta House, actively participating on the Fund Development Committee for SecureFutures, and mentoring students. He previously served as President of the Wisconsin INROADS Alumni Association and held alumni leadership roles with Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc.
Pictured left to right: WDFI Deputy Secretary Catherine Haberland, Travis Holt, WDFI Secretary Wendy Baumann, Rebecca Biebert, Deanna Krultz, Joshua Burgess
Citizens State Bank of Loyal recently welcomed Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (WDFI) Secretary, Wendy Baumann and Deputy Secretary, Catherine Haberland for a visit focused on the current state of community banking and the economic conditions impacting Central Wisconsin communities.
The visit provided an opportunity for DFI leadership to meet with the bank’s senior management team, learn more about the institution and its markets, and hear firsthand perspectives on the opportunities and challenges facing community banks in Central Wisconsin.
Discussion topics included the overall health of the bank and its local economies, workforce recruitment and talent development, the needs of agricultural and business customers, and emerging concerns affecting community financial institutions. The bank’s leadership also shared observations regarding economic activity within the communities it serves, and the important role community banks continue to play in supporting local growth and investment.
“We appreciated the opportunity to host Secretary Baumann and Deputy Secretary Haberland and engage in a meaningful discussion about the issues affecting community banking in Central Wisconsin,” said Bank President/CEO, Travis Holt. “Community banks have a distinct perspective on the economic health of the communities we serve, and we value DFI’s commitment to listening to bankers across the state.”
The visit reflects DFI’s efforts to engage directly with Wisconsin financial institutions and better understand the challenges and opportunities facing local banks and the customers they serve. Open communication between regulators and community bankers helps foster a strong and resilient banking system that supports Wisconsin’s businesses, agricultural producers, families, and communities.
CSB Loyal appreciates Secretary Baumann and Deputy Secretary Haberland taking the time to visit and for their continued work within Wisconsin’s community banking industry.
The Portage County Bank is proud to be celebrating a truly remarkable milestone – 125 years of serving our community.
Through ever changing economic shifts, advancing technology, and generations of customers, one thing has stood the test of time, our commitment to supporting the Central Sands and rural communities that we call home.
This anniversary is also about celebrating the relationships we’ve built, the futures we’ve helped create, and the dedicated team of employees who have made it all possible.
Thank you to our customers, our community, and our team for being part of this incredible journey.
