Wisconsin Bankers Association Announces 50-, 60-, and 75-Year Club Inductees
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) commends seven individuals on joining its 50-Year Club, one individual on joining its 60-Year Club, and one individual on joining its 75-Year Club in 2024. These awards recognize exceptional dedication to Wisconsin’s banking industry.
“The knowledge and impact of professionals who have worked in the banking industry for over half a century are truly remarkable,” said Rose Oswald Poels, WBA president and CEO. “On behalf of our Association, it is an honor to congratulate these dedicated individuals.”
Joining the WBA 50-Year Club are:
- Cindy Adams – Black River Country Bank, Black River Falls
- Bill Bosshard – First National Bank of Bangor
- Dale Crowley – Citizens State Bank, Hudson
- Russel Kuehn – Fortifi Bank, Berlin (55 years)
- H. B. “Butch” Pomeroy – International Bank of Amherst
- Gerald A. Schmidt – The Stephenson National Bank & Trust, Marinette
- Dawn E. Tracey – Black River Country Bank, Black River Falls
Joining the WBA 60-Year Club is:
- Jon “Jack” Schumacher – Retired Banker and Banking Association Liaison
Joining the WBA 75-Year Club was:
- The late Ronald J. Schowalter – Port Washington State Bank
Every year, bankers who have reached the milestone of more than a half century of service are recognized during a special luncheon at the largest banking industry event in the state, the WBA Bank Executives Conference. This year’s event took place on February 6, 2025, in Milwaukee; awardees who were unable to attend in person were presented with a plaque at a special celebration at their respective banks.
