FORT MYERS, Fla., August 12, 2026 – Crews Bank & Trust is pleased to announce the addition of Melissa VanOsten as Business Relationship Banker. Based in Southwest Florida, VanOsten will serve business clients throughout the Fort Myers market, helping local companies build strong banking relationships and achieve their financial goals.
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WAUCHULA, Fla., July 29, 2026 — Crews Bank & Trust is pleased to announce that Patrick Ahern has joined the Bank as Senior Vice President, City Executive, Tampa, where he will lead the establishment and growth of the Bank’s presence in Central and Southwest Florida. The Bank plans to open a new Tampa-area branch in early 2027, pending approval from the Florida Office of Financial Regulation and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).
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Englewood, Fla., July 22, 2026 — Crews Bank & Trust is pleased to announce that John Coppa has joined the Bank as Assistant Vice President, Retail Banking Officer, for the Gulf Cove branch.
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Polk County, Fla., July 15, 2026 — Crews Bank & Trust has announced that Krysta Medley and Ivelisse Gonzalez have joined the bank as Business Relationship Bankers, further strengthening its commitment to building strong business banking relationships across Central Florida. Former Polk County Business Relationship Banker Amy Underwood has been named Treasury Management Sales Officer for the Bank’s North market areas, including DeSoto, Hardee, Highlands, and Polk Counties.
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Wauchula, Fla., July 8, 2026 — Crews Bank & Trust has announced that Larry Campbell has joined the Bank as Senior Vice President, City Executive, to lead its expansion into the Orlando market. The Bank plans to open a new Orlando-area branch in early 2027, pending approval from the Florida Office of Financial Regulation and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).
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Fort Myers, Fla., July 1, 2026 — Crews Bank & Trust has announced that Kathryn “Kathy” Stefanski, Treasury Management Sales Officer; Joseph “Joe” DeCamp, Universal Banker; and Uriel Medrano, Commercial Banker, have joined the organization to support the bank’s continued growth in the Fort Myers/Lee County market. The bank plans to open its newest branch in August at The Park Shops at Andrea Lane, 14261 S. Tamiami Trail, Unit 5, Fort Myers.
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PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla., June 24, 2026 — After more than four decades in banking, including more than 30 years with Crews Bank & Trust, longtime leader Craig DeYoung is retiring, closing a career defined by growth, adaptability and deep community ties. On July 1, Kelly Louke, who has been with the bank for 28 years, will succeed him in the role.
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Estate Planning
Crews Bank & Trust Offers New Estate-Planning Seminars in July
Central and Southwest, Fla., June 17, 2026 - Christine Hause, Vice President and Senior Wealth Strategist; Tim Birri, Trust Officer; and Kerry Hunter, Wealth Strategist—trusted, local experts from the Trust and Wealth Management Services Division at Crews Bank & Trust—are offering a series of three new seminars in July. They will share their experience from a Trust Officer’s perspective to help you plan for the future with confidence. You will gain valuable insights to support your financial goals and provide for your loved ones.
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News Release
A Love That's Still Dancing
Lake Placid, Fla., June 10, 2026 — For Paul and Carolyn Phypers, one dance led to a partnership that has spanned more than six decades.
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Port Charlotte, Fla., May 20, 2026 - Crews Bank & Trust has named Todd Rinehart, CCIM, as City Executive for the Lee County market, reinforcing the bank’s commitment to continued growth and relationship-based banking in Southwest Florida.
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Central and Southwest, Fla., Feb. 11, 2026 - Christine Hause, Vice President and Senior Wealth Strategist; Tim Birri, Trust Officer; and Kerry Hunter, Wealth Strategist—trusted, local experts from the Trust and Wealth Management Services Division at Crews Bank & Trust—will share valuable insights on estate planning at several locations this March.
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Arcadia, Fla., Feb. 3, 2026 – Crews Bank & Trust held a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, January 22, at the site of the former Arcadia North branch located at 400 North Brevard Avenue. Organized jointly by the DeSoto County Chamber of Commerce and the contractor, L. Cobb Construction of Wauchula, the event brought together members of the Crews family, bank personnel, and community members. The ceremony began with an introduction from Parker Hall, President of the Chamber, followed by a short speech from Justin Fussell, Area President of DeSoto and Hardee counties, and concluded with an earth moving presentation featuring golden shovels and hard hats.
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Crews Bank Welcomes Melissa VanOsten as Business Relationship Banker
FORT MYERS, Fla., August 12, 2026 – Crews Bank & Trust is pleased to announce the addition of Melissa VanOsten as Business Relationship Banker. Based..
Crews Bank welcomes Patrick Ahern as SVP, City Executive, Tampa
WAUCHULA, Fla., July 29, 2026 — Crews Bank & Trust is pleased to announce that Patrick Ahern has joined the Bank as Senior Vice President, City..
Crews Bank & Trust Welcomes John Coppa as Retail Banking Officer
Englewood, Fla., July 22, 2026 — Crews Bank & Trust is pleased to announce that John Coppa has joined the Bank as Assistant Vice President, Retail..
Crews Bank & Trust expands Business Banking Team in Polk County
Polk County, Fla., July 15, 2026 — Crews Bank & Trust has announced that Krysta Medley and Ivelisse Gonzalez have joined the bank as Business..
Campbell to lead Crews Bank & Trust’s Orlando expansion
Wauchula, Fla., July 8, 2026 — Crews Bank & Trust has announced that Larry Campbell has joined the Bank as Senior Vice President, City Executive, to..
Crews Bank & Trust builds Fort Myers team ahead of branch opening
Fort Myers, Fla., July 1, 2026 — Crews Bank & Trust has announced that Kathryn “Kathy” Stefanski, Treasury Management Sales Officer; Joseph “Joe”..
DeYoung retires after 30 years at Crews Bank. Louke named successor.
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla., June 24, 2026 — After more than four decades in banking, including more than 30 years with Crews Bank & Trust, longtime leader..
Crews Bank & Trust Offers New Estate-Planning Seminars in July
Central and Southwest, Fla., June 17, 2026 - Christine Hause, Vice President and Senior Wealth Strategist; Tim Birri, Trust Officer; and Kerry..
A Love That's Still Dancing
Lake Placid, Fla., June 10, 2026 — For Paul and Carolyn Phypers, one dance led to a partnership that has spanned more than six decades.
Crews Bank & Trust names Todd Rinehart City Executive for Lee County
Port Charlotte, Fla., May 20, 2026 - Crews Bank & Trust has named Todd Rinehart, CCIM, as City Executive for the Lee County market, reinforcing the..
Crews Bank & Trust Offers Estate-Planning Seminars in March
Central and Southwest, Fla., Feb. 11, 2026 - Christine Hause, Vice President and Senior Wealth Strategist; Tim Birri, Trust Officer; and Kerry..
Crews Bank Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for Arcadia North Branch
Arcadia, Fla., Feb. 3, 2026 – Crews Bank & Trust held a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, January 22, at the site of the former Arcadia North..