Associated Banc-Corp announced the addition of three seasoned bankers, Matt Flynn, Alexander Burke and Mitchell Hind, to its commercial banking team in Kansas City, Missouri, to grow that new market. This strategic move is part of Associated's broader growth initiative, focused on strengthening its core business in the Midwest and expanding into newer markets through organic growth.
"We are excited to welcome Matt, Alexander and Mitchell, to our team," said Phillip Trier, executive vice president and head of Corporate and Commercial Banking. "Their expertise and commitment to client success will be invaluable as we strengthen our presence and build lasting relationships in this region. We look forward to the contributions they will make and the opportunities ahead."
Flynn joined Associated on March 21 as business segment and region leader. Based in Kansas City, he will oversee Associated's expansion into Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas as well as leading Associated Bank's new Short Line Rail Industry Vertical. He spent the past 17 years at U.S. Bank, most recently as commercial banking senior vice president and team leader. Flynn has a bachelor's degree in accounting and criminology from the University of Northern Iowa and is a graduate of Pacific Coast Banking School at the University of Washington.
Burke joined Associated as team leader and Kansas City market leader on March 21. With diverse industry experience and strong expertise in finance, Burke joins Associated from U.S. Bank, where he spent more than 12 years growing its corporate and commercial client base, most recently as senior vice president, commercial banking relationship manager. He holds a bachelor's degree in finance and management, with a minor in leadership, from Washburn University, as well as an MBA in finance from The University of Kansas.
Hind joined Associated on March 21 as senior vice president, relationship manager. Most recently, he spent seven years with U.S. Bank growing their commercial banking business. He has more than 20 years of experience in financial services and a proven track record as a trusted advisor delivering financial solutions to companies across the region. He holds a bachelor's degree in finance from Missouri Western State University.
Associated Bank has continued to invest heavily in its corporate and commercial business, demonstrating its commitment to organic growth. In phase two of its strategic plan, the bank added top talent across both established and emerging key markets, increasing relationship managers by more than 25%. This expanded team brings in deep expertise in treasury management, capital markets, and other innovative corporate banking services, strengthening the bank's ability to deliver innovative financial solutions to clients throughout the Midwest region and beyond.
"Expanding our commercial presence with experienced and talented leaders and bankers is a critical component of this year's focus," said Trier. "We've strengthened our commercial leadership, enhanced our capabilities with new products and industry verticals, and refined our relationship-driven approach."