Lender joins bank

BELLEVUE — Jeff Bechtel, president and CEO of Bellevue-headquartered First National Bank, recently announced the hiring of Tony Leber. He's the bank's newest residential/consumer lender. With more than 40 years of experience in banking and lending, "Tony has built a career rooted in trust, service and strong community relationships," according to a bank statement. "His work has long focused on providing personalized financial solutions with an unwavering commitment to customer service." Throughout his career, he has served the Firelands area and surrounding counties, "helping individuals, families and businesses achieve their financial goals," the statement read. Leber and his wife of 29 years, Kim, have three grown children and are the grandparents of five grandchildren. Outside of work, he enjoys staying active, spending time in the kitchen and appreciating quiet moments with his wife. As a lifelong resident of Norwalk, "Tony is looking forward to reconnecting with past clients and business partners and welcomes the opportunity to build new relationships in First National Bank's market."