F&M Bank

Affordable Housing Clearinghouse Announces "2024 Empowering Homeownership Expo" for First-Time Buyers

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

LONG BEACH, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Affordable Housing Clearinghouse (AHC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit community organization dedicated to making homeownership accessible through education and financial assistance, announces the return of "Empowering Homeownership Expo" for first-time homebuyers to be held on Saturday, March 2 at The EXPO Center in Long Beach, CA.

Key Points: 
  • "The best aspects of Affordable Housing Clearinghouse were the educational resources, emotional support and the down payment assistance program.
  • As a HUD-approved housing counseling agency, Affordable Housing Clearinghouse provides homebuyer education, financial literacy workshops and one-on-one housing counseling.
  • The Empowering Homeownership Expo will be a resource for low-income individuals and families starting their journey to homeownership this spring.
  • To learn more about the home buying process and AHC's financial assistance programs, register for Empowering Homeownership Expo here by February 15, 2024.

F&M Bank Signs Atlanta Braves’ Kade Kern to Brand Partnership

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Monday, January 29, 2024

ARCHBOLD, Ohio, Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO), today announced a brand ambassador partnership with recently drafted Atlanta Braves outfielder Kade Kern.

Key Points: 
  • ARCHBOLD, Ohio, Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO), today announced a brand ambassador partnership with recently drafted Atlanta Braves outfielder Kade Kern.
  • Kern is a 2020 graduate of Archbold High School.
  • “We are thrilled about the opportunity to partner with Kade,” said Amy Cover, SVP and Chief Marketing Officer of F&M.
  • You will see him in F&M Bank marketing content and promoting F&M’s brand on his own social media channels throughout the year.

F&M Bank Opens Regional Headquarters in Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Friday, November 3, 2023

ARCHBOLD, Ohio, Nov. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based community bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO) today announced the opening of its newest full-service office and new regional headquarters in downtown Fort Wayne. The new office is located at 128 W. Wayne St., Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802.

Key Points: 
  • The new office is located at 128 W. Wayne St., Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802.
  • Northern Indiana Regional President and Chief Retail Banking Officer for F&M Bank, Andy Baker, said, “We have been eager to announce the official opening of our new office in downtown Fort Wayne and Indiana regional headquarters.
  • As a full-service office, F&M Bank will offer Downtown Fort Wayne comprehensive in-branch financial products, as well as online and digital banking solutions.
  • The new Downtown Fort Wayne office complements the existing F&M footprint and brings F&M’s total office network to 37 full-service locations in Ohio, Indiana and Michigan.

Appeal Production Named to Inc.'s Second Annual Power Partner Awards

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

HARRISONBURG, Va., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Appeal Production is honored to be recognized by Inc. Business Media as a second annual Power Partner Award winner. This award honors B2B organizations across the globe that have proven track records supporting entrepreneurs and helping startups grow. The list recognizes 389 firms in marketing and advertising, health and wellness, financial services, legal, logistics, and productivity, as well as other areas of business.

Key Points: 
  • HARRISONBURG, Va., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Appeal Production is honored to be recognized by Inc. Business Media as a second annual Power Partner Award winner.
  • This award honors B2B organizations across the globe that have proven track records supporting entrepreneurs and helping startups grow.
  • To be selected as one of a handful of companies across the globe to receive the Inc. Power Partner Award, is a humbling honor."
  • Appeal Production is a video marketing firm that inspires business growth with dazzling videos.

F&M Bank Realigns Organizational Structure to Support Future Growth

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

ARCHBOLD, Ohio, Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based community bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO) announced several organizational changes to achieve strategic goals and ambitions for the future of the organization.

Key Points: 
  • Barbara Britenriker, EVP/Chief Financial Officer for F&M Bank and Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.
    ARCHBOLD, Ohio, Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based community bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO) announced several organizational changes to achieve strategic goals and ambitions for the future of the organization.
  • Lars Eller, President and Chief Executive Officer stated, “As we look forward and set strategic goals for 2025, we see the need to adjust our organizational structure.
  • To support our growth plan, it is important to expand our focus on our financial reporting, investor relations, cash management and retail bank operations.
  • Taryn will have a direct impact on implementing strategies to achieve growth, profitability, and operational efficiency, while enhancing F&M’s customer experience.

Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. Announces First Full-Service Office in the State of Michigan

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

ARCHBOLD, Ohio, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based community bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO) today announced the opening of its newest full-service office and first bank office in Michigan.

Key Points: 
  • ARCHBOLD, Ohio, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based community bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO) today announced the opening of its newest full-service office and first bank office in Michigan.
  • The new office is located at 220 Park St., Suite 104, Birmingham, Michigan 48009.
  • As the Company’s first full-service office in Michigan, F&M Bank will offer Birmingham customers comprehensive in-branch financial products, as well as online and digital banking solutions.
  • The new Birmingham office complements the existing F&M Loan Production Office in Bloomfield, Michigan, as well as 35 full-service offices in Ohio and Indiana.

F&M’s Annual Ohio and Indiana Golf Classics Raise $53,000 for Local Charities

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

ARCHBOLD, Ohio, Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO) recently held its 6th Annual Ohio Charity Golf Classic and 2nd Annual Indiana Charity Golf Classic.

Key Points: 
  • ARCHBOLD, Ohio, Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO) recently held its 6th Annual Ohio Charity Golf Classic and 2nd Annual Indiana Charity Golf Classic.
  • Combined, the events raised $53,000 for local charities with record participation and donations at both events.
  • The Ohio Charity Golf Classic hosted more than 140 golfers at Ironwood Golf Course in Wauseon, Ohio on August 25, 2023, raising $35,000, a record amount, which was divided between The Defiance Dream Center in Defiance, Ohio and Bittersweet Farms in Whitehouse, Ohio.
  • As F&M continues to grow and invest in the Indiana market, the 2nd Annual Indiana Charity Golf Classic welcomed over 90 golfers to Colonial Oaks Golf Course in Fort Wayne, Indiana on September 12, 2023.

Susan G. Komen® Nashville MORE THAN PINK Walk Returns to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Patient Care Services and Financial Assistance Programs

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan G. Komen ®, the world's leading breast cancer organization, will hold an in-person MORE THAN PINK Walk to raise critical funds that support breast research and patient care services to better serve those impacted by the disease.

Key Points: 
  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan G. Komen ®, the world's leading breast cancer organization, will hold an in-person MORE THAN PINK Walk to raise critical funds that support breast research and patient care services to better serve those impacted by the disease.
  • "We are excited to provide a space for the breast cancer community to gather and raise funds to end this disease," said Joshua Daniel, State Executive Director at Susan G. Komen.
  • "This event helps raise critical funds for patient care programs including Komen's Patient Care Helpline, which helps provide financial assistance to those impacted by the disease, and Stand for H.E.R.
  • A portion of the proceeds from each ticket sold will be donated to Komen to aid in the fight against breast cancer.

Brett Baumeister Joins The Middlefield Banking Company as Senior Vice President – Commercial Lending Western Region

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

MIDDLEFIELD, Ohio, Aug. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Middlefield Banking Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Middlefield Banc Corp. (NASDAQ: MBCN), today announced the appointment of Brett Baumeister as the Senior Vice President – Commercial Lending Western Region.

Key Points: 
  • MIDDLEFIELD, Ohio, Aug. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Middlefield Banking Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Middlefield Banc Corp. (NASDAQ: MBCN), today announced the appointment of Brett Baumeister as the Senior Vice President – Commercial Lending Western Region.
  • “Brett is a proven banker and leader with over 30 years of experience serving communities throughout Western Ohio.
  • I am excited to work with Brett and look forward to his contributions to The Middlefield Banking Company,” said Ronald L. Zimmerly, Jr., Middlefield’s President.
  • Baumeister brings 33 years of banking and leadership experience to The Middlefield Banking Company.

Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (FMCB) which serves Central California ranked as the Nation’s #1 Performing Bank for 2022

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Monday, July 31, 2023

LODI, Calif., July 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (OTCQX: FMCB), the parent company of Farmers & Merchants Bank of Central California (F&M Bank), is pleased to announce that the Company has been recognized as the #1 Performing Bank in the nation across all asset categories for 2022 according to Bank Director Magazine’s 2023 “RankingBanking” study.

Key Points: 
  • LODI, Calif., July 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (OTCQX: FMCB), the parent company of Farmers & Merchants Bank of Central California (F&M Bank), is pleased to announce that the Company has been recognized as the #1 Performing Bank in the nation across all asset categories for 2022 according to Bank Director Magazine’s 2023 “RankingBanking” study.
  • "We are extremely honored to be ranked as the #1 Performing Bank in the nation by Bank Director Magazine."
  • The Board of Directors extends our sincere gratitude to our customers, employees, shareholders and communities for their ongoing support of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (FMCB).
  • We are humbled by Bank Director Magazine’s recognition and are proud to have been trusted for generations in the communities we serve.”