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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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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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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Port Charlotte, Fla., April 23, 2026 – The Trust and Wealth Management division at Crews Bank & Trust announced that Jackson Garner has been named Portfolio Manager.
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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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Central and Southwest, Fla., Jan. 15, 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 February.
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Central and Southwest, Fla., Dec. 10, 2025 - 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 December.
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SARASOTA, Fla., Nov. 5, 2025 - Crews Bank & Trust recently announced that William “Brad” Caudill has joined the Bank as Vice President, Business Relationship Banker. With over 20 years of banking management experience, Caudill brings a wealth of industry knowledge and a strong commitment to community engagement.
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Central and Southwest, Fla., Nov. 13, 2025 - 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 December.
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NORTH PORT, Fla., Oct. 29, 2025 — Crews Bank & Trust recently announced the appointment of Sadna Hakim as Assistant Vice President, Retail Banking Officer, for the North Port branch. In this position, she will manage the day-to-day operations of the branch, as well as implement initiatives to drive the branch’s continued growth.
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Southwest Fla., October 3, 2025 - Once again, customers and residents in the Englewood, Port Charlotte, North Port, Punta Gorda, Venice and Sarasota areas are encouraged to bring nonperishable food and personal care items to help fill the donation box in the lobby at any of the following Crews Bank & Trust locations through October 31.
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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..
Jackson Garner, CFP®, named Portfolio Manager at Crews Bank & Trust
Port Charlotte, Fla., April 23, 2026 – The Trust and Wealth Management division at Crews Bank & Trust announced that Jackson Garner has been named..
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 & Trust Offers Estate-Planning Seminars in February
Central and Southwest, Fla., Jan. 15, 2026- Christine Hause, Vice President and Senior Wealth Strategist; Tim Birri, Trust Officer; and Kerry Hunter,..
Crews Bank & Trust Offers Estate-Planning Seminars in January
Central and Southwest, Fla., Dec. 10, 2025 - Christine Hause, Vice President and Senior Wealth Strategist, Tim Birri, Trust Officer, and Kerry..
Brad Caudill Joins Crews Bank & Trust as VP, Business Relationship Banker
SARASOTA, Fla., Nov. 5, 2025 - Crews Bank & Trust recently announced that William “Brad” Caudill has joined the Bank as Vice President, Business..
Crews Bank & Trust Offers Free Estate-Planning Seminars in December
Central and Southwest, Fla., Nov. 13, 2025 - Christine Hause, Vice President and Senior Wealth Strategist, Tim Birri, Trust Officer, and Kerry..
Crews Bank & Trust Names Sadna Hakim as AVP, Retail Banking Officer
NORTH PORT, Fla., Oct. 29, 2025 — Crews Bank & Trust recently announced the appointment of Sadna Hakim as Assistant Vice President, Retail Banking..
Crews Bank & Trust Collecting for Local Food Pantries
Southwest Fla., October 3, 2025 - Once again, customers and residents in the Englewood, Port Charlotte, North Port, Punta Gorda, Venice and Sarasota..