Movers & Shakers — Megan Kistler, Scott Clark, & Tri Counties Bank
June 12, 2025
Bob Coleman
Founder & Publisher
Movers & Shakers — Megan Kistler, Scott Clark, & Tri Counties Bank
FNB Community Bank Promotes Megan Kistler To Commercial Loan Officer, Assistant VP
“After nearly 10 years in credit analysis, I’ve come to really appreciate the people behind the numbers,” says Megan. “I’m excited for this new chapter in commercial lending – getting to know our customers better, understanding what drives their businesses and helping them move forward.”
Joe Schaal, Senior Lending Officer and Vice President adds, “Megan has played a key role in evaluating complex credit requests and working with loan officers to deliver financing solutions for commercial clients. Her strong analytical skills and commitment to our clients make this a natural and exciting progression.”
In her new position, Kistler will manage and grow a portfolio of commercial loan relationships and support local businesses across the region.
Kistler earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from Lindenwood University. She began her career at FNB shortly after graduation, starting as a Credit Analyst nearly a decade ago. She was later promoted to Senior Credit Analyst before moving into her new role in commercial lending. She is considered an emerging young leader at the bank. Outside of work, Kistler enjoys hiking with her family, thrifting, gardening, and cooking from scratch.
Freedom Bank Hires Scott Clark as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
“We are excited to welcome Scott Clark to our leadership team. His expertise will enhance our experience as we continue to grow in both size and complexity. His proven track record at larger banks, forward-thinking approach, and commitment to community banking align perfectly with our values. I am confident that under Scott’s leadership, our financial strategy will continue to progress, enhancing both operational efficiency and balance sheet management. I am equally grateful to David Sanders for serving as our Interim CFO and continuing as our Chief Accounting Officer and key partner to Scott in his new role,” says Joe Thomas, President and CEO, Freedom Bank.
“I am thrilled to join Freedom and to work alongside such a talented and dedicated team. I look forward to leveraging my experience to contribute to the Bank’s strategic vision, ensuring we continue to build on our strong foundation and maintain the highest standards of financial excellence. My goal is to support the Company’s long-term success while delivering value to our customers and shareholders and expanding opportunities for our team members and the community we serve,” says Scott.
As CFO, Clark will oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, financial reporting, asset liability management, investment performance, regulatory compliance and investor relations. His expertise will also be critical in steering the bank through the challenges of a rapidly changing financial environment, positioning it for continued growth and profitability.
Tri Counties Bank Announces Business and Commercial Banking Expansion
Tri Counties Bank has restructured its business and commercial management teams to provide more specialized expertise and superior service for California businesses. This move strengthens Tri Counties Bank’s ability to better serve businesses of all sizes with streamlined access to specialized lending, helping businesses scale faster, navigate market fluctuations, and seize growth opportunities.
Scott Myers, Head of Wholesale Banking at Tri Counties Bank, led the strategic reorganization of the business banking divisions, bringing more than 25 years of experience to reshape how California businesses receive financial services.
“Tri Counties Bank is uniquely positioned to serve the diverse needs of businesses of all sizes across California,” Myers says. “Our goal is to continue to deliver upon our successful service model of true relationship-based banking.”
This restructuring directly reflects the needs of businesses throughout California that value relationship-based banking with experts who can tailor products to fit their unique needs. Tri Counties Bank appointed senior leaders with vast experience to oversee specialized industry-focused teams:
- Aytom Salomon, Managing Director of Middle Market and Specialty Banking
- Lindsey Fudge, Managing Director of Middle Market Commercial Real Estate
- Vanessa Ryan, Director of Public Sector Banking
- Brett Lew, Director of Food and Agribusiness Banking