EFFINGHAM, Ill. - Midland States Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: MSBI), the financial holding company for Midland States Bank, announced the appointment of Gerald Carlson to its Board of Directors. The addition of Carlson brings the board's total number of directors to 11, with 10 serving as independent members.
Jeffrey C. Smith, Chairman of the Board, expressed confidence in Carlson's appointment, noting his extensive executive experience and familiarity with the St. Louis market—a region identified as a significant growth opportunity for Midland. Smith highlighted the company's focus on expanding its St. Louis presence to increase market share and attract new clients in community banking and wealth management.
Carlson's previous roles include serving as the Managing Partner of KPMG in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan and Chesapeake regions from 2013 until his retirement in 2019. Before that, he was the Managing Partner of KPMG's St. Louis office starting in 2008. Carlson has a history of working with Fortune 500 companies and has been recognized for fostering a culture of ethics and integrity, as well as developing strategies for growth.
In addition to his professional achievements, Carlson has contributed to various boards, including two private equity-backed companies, the Greater Rivers Greenway Foundation, Connected DMV, and the Dean's Advisory Board of the Robert S. Trulaske School of Business at the University of Missouri–Columbia.
Midland States Bancorp offers a comprehensive suite of banking products and services, including equipment financing, merchant credit card services, trust and investment management, insurance, and financial planning.
This announcement is based on a press release statement by Midland States Bancorp, Inc.
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