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Madison, WI (June 2, 2020)—Independent Banker magazine, the award-winning monthly publication of the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA), recently unveiled its annual 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders list. The award recognizes the nation’s up-and-coming community bank innovators and influencers who represent the future of the industry. Josh Marron, Chief Banking Officer at Park Bank is named to the list.

“From CEOs to compliance officers, branch managers, lenders and marketers, this annual award continues to uncover extraordinary talent within the community banking industry,” ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey said. “We congratulate Josh on this well-deserved honor. His deep belief in the community bank business model and passion for supporting his customers and communities, especially in this COVID-19 environment where community bankers continue to step up to serve the needs of customers, should be commended.” 

The feature story, which is included in the newly released ICBA June issue, highlights how the 40 Under 40 honorees have overcome challenges and answered calls for innovation. The leaders also share their philosophies on leadership and where they see big opportunities for lending. Chosen from hundreds of entries, candidates were judged on the following criteria: character, leadership, community involvement, and innovation. Bank technology services provider FIS, of Jacksonville, Fla., sponsored this year’s program.

“Winning this award doesn’t just represent my success, rather the success of the entire Park Bank team. We’ve experienced incredible growth in recent years and none of it would be possible without all 170 of my colleagues. I’m honored to have been named to ICBA Independent Banker’s 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders list,” Josh Marron said.

Josh’s success is a direct reflection of his dedication to our community. His leadership helps drive innovation and collaboration within Park Bank and the community nonprofits he serves. He exemplifies servant leadership through his work with Salvation Army of Dane County, 100 Men of Dane County, and YMCA of Dane County. He is also an active member of the Graduate School of Banking Advisory Council. Josh has an undergraduate degree of UW- Stevens Point, holds a degree from the UW – Madison Graduate School of Banking, and has an Executive Leadership Certificate from UW – Madison.

“We’re so proud of Josh for being named to this impressive list of community banking leaders,” Park Bank President Jim Hegenbarth said. “Josh’s leadership and vision make a difference in the lives of our associates, our clients, and our community. We’re thrilled to see him receive this national recognition.”

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