A sincere thank you to all of the bankers who joined us today to support the Mount Zion IL CEO Program students as they presented their business plans and received vital feedback. 👏💼

Kirk Bickel - First Mid Bank & Trust
Howard Martin-Land of Lincoln Credit Union
Jackson Bennett-Hickory Point Bank & Trust
Jack Vance-Decatur Earthmover Credit Union
Lucas Williams-Scott State Bank
& Chad Moore

Your thoughtful questions, professional insight, and real-world perspective created an invaluable experiential learning opportunity. 💡📊 In the CEO Program, students learn by doing-and today was powerful example of that in action. Presenting to industry leaders and receiving candid feedback helps refine ideas, build confidence, and prepare them for the next steps in their entrepreneurial journeys. 🚀

We are incredibly grateful for your time, expertise, and investment in our students. Your support plays a vital role in shaping the future business leaders of our community. 🌟

Thank you for believing in and supporting the Mount Zion IL CEO Program! 🙌

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