Pub. 3 2014 Issue 1

January 2014 23 l e a d i n g a d v o c a t e f o r t h e b a n k i n g i n d u s t r y i n k a n s a s Tom started working at Stockgrowers State Bank, Ashland, on February 4, 1963 as a teller and bookkeeper. Through the years Tom has experienced most positions in the bank. In 1967 he was elected to the Board of Directors. He was named President and Chairman of the Board in 1981 and he remains in that leadership role today. Tom has led the bank through major milestones to include a new bank building, forming a new holding company and growing the company through purchasing others. They acquired Peoples Bank, Coldwater in 1994, Meade State Bank in 1995 and purchased 3 insurance agencies between 1999 and 2005. Tom has been active in KBA, serving on several committees and on the Governing Council. He was on the committee charged with forming Bankers’ Bank of Kansas. He has been active in his community as well, serving on the school board, the hospital endowment board, city council and served as Mayor of Ashland. 50 YEAR CLUB INDUCTEES JOHN “TOM” FELLERS, PRESIDENT STOCKGROWERS BANC CORP. Ever wonder what the banking industry will look like five, 10, even 20 years from now? Explore the possibilities at the ABA National Conference for Community Bankers. Our sessions and speakers will offer insights and advice on the latest industry developments, legislative and regulatory actions, and products and services available to community bankers. You’ll also find plenty of networking opportunities, from roundtable discussions to memorable receptions. ABA National Conference for Community Bankers February 16–19, 2014 JW Marriott Desert Ridge | Phoenix, Arizona Generation next: Customers, Employees, Technology For details and to register, visit aba.com/Community