•August 3, 2016•

Stepheny McMahon has joined First Mid-Illinois Bank & Trust as a Commercial Loan Officer and will provide a full range of commercial lending services to Sullivan and the surrounding areas.

In her position, McMahon will assist business customers in achieving their financial goals, from short-term financing to long-term real estate loans.

“Stepheny is a great addition to our staff,” said Larry Stenger, First Mid Sullivan Regional Senior Vice President.  “With her vast knowledge of central Illinois business relationships and her involvement in the community, she is a natural fit for First Mid.”

McMahon earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in International Business from Illinois State University and has spent the last 13 years as the Executive Director of the Sullivan Chamber & Economic Development.  She is the recipient of the 2016 Excellence in Economic Development Award, the 2016 Innovative Partnerships Award and the 2004 Community Builders Award.

About First Mid-Illinois Bank & Trust, N.A.:

First Mid-Illinois Bancshares, Inc. is the parent company of First Mid-Illinois Bank & Trust, N.A. (First Mid) and First Mid Insurance Group.  A community bank with more than $2 billion in assets headquartered in Mattoon, First Mid offers comprehensive banking, trust and wealth management services and insurance services. First Mid’s mission is to fulfill the financial needs of our communities with exceptional personal service, professionalism and integrity, and deliver meaningful value and results for customers and shareholders. First Mid-Illinois Bancshares, Inc. stock is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol FMBH.  More information about First Mid is available at www.firstmid.com.