| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Jodie Distler |
Senior Counsel and Vice President | Profile |
Andrew Karp |
Former General Counsel and EVP, BMO Harris Bank, Former US General Counsel, Bank of Montrreal | Profile |
ChoiceOne Bank is a community bank holding company based in Michigan, with approximately $2.6 billion in assets. Founded in 1898 as Sparta State Bank, it has grown through strategic mergers and now operates 35 offices across multiple counties. The bank is headquartered in Sparta and has operations centers in Lapeer and Fenton, ensuring efficient service delivery. ChoiceOne offers a wide range of financial services, including digital banking solutions, consumer and commercial banking, agricultural lending, mortgage services, wealth management, payroll solutions, and treasury management. The bank is dedicated to serving a diverse customer base, including families, small businesses, farmers, and low-income individuals, particularly in rural communities. ChoiceOne is committed to being an integral part of Michigan communities, with a mission to provide superior service and quality advice. In 2025, the bank announced a merger with Fentura Financial Inc., enhancing its presence in the Detroit suburbs and expanding into the Flint and Saginaw markets.
New York City Center is Manhattan’s first performing arts center, established in 1943 with the goal of making theater, dance, and music accessible to all. Located in a distinctive Neo-Moorish building, it has played a significant role in the cultural life of New York City. The center presents a variety of performing arts programming, focusing on dance and musical theater, and hosts notable series such as the Fall for Dance Festival and the Tony-honored Encores! series. The venue features a 2,557-seat mainstage, two smaller theaters, and four studios, allowing for a diverse range of performances. It serves as a home for the Manhattan Theatre Club’s Off-Broadway productions and showcases internationally acclaimed artists and companies. New York City Center is committed to accessibility and inclusivity, engaging audiences across all five boroughs and supporting educational initiatives that reach thousands of students and families each year.
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