Peter Stenehjem Recognized by ICBA

Named to 40 Under 40 List

First International Bank & Trust (FIBT) President, S. Peter Stenehjem, is named among the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) annual 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders list. The award recognizes the nation’s up-and-coming community bank innovators and influencers representing the future of the industry.

Peter was selected from hundreds of candidates at community banks across the country. The nominees were judged on the following criteria: character, leadership, community involvement, and innovation. ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey said, “They all share a deep belief in the community bank business model and a passion for supporting their customers and communities.”

The feature story, included in the newly released June issue of Independent Banker Magazine, highlights how the 40 Under 40 honorees have overcome challenges and answered calls for innovation. The leaders also share their philosophies on leadership and where they see big opportunities for lending.

You can read the article out now in the current issue of Independent Banker.

Congratulations, Peter!