| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Zabyn Towner |
General Counsel | 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.
I am Eleanor Allen - a proven CEO turned business consultant and coach. I founded Catapult For Change to save you time by offering you surefire success due to my deep experience in business transformations, turnarounds, and growth strategies. Ill guide you to excel in the C-Suite, fostering a personal leadership exploration that uplifts both you and your organization. The inception of Catapult For Change stemmed from my passion to empower executives in unlocking their full potential. I firmly believe in the inherent greatness within each individual; however, obstacles occasionally hinder our progress. Our mission is to guide individuals and teams in overcoming these hurdles through a comprehensive approach to problem-solving and personal growth. This extends to our dedicated support for CEOs and C-Suite leaders, fostering the development of skills and talents that enable them to excel in their roles with both grace and joy. My personal purpose is to enhance the quality of life for both people and the planet, and Catapult For Change serves as my conduit to do this. Operating as a Public Benefit Corporation (PBC), Catapult For Change distinguishes itself by not only functioning similarly to an S Corp or an LLC but also by incorporating a public benefit element. Based in Colorado, Catapult For Change aligns with the PBC criteria by contributing to the philanthropic endeavors of Water For People - an organization I formerly led. Water For People operates globally across nine countries in Latin America, Asia, and Africa, addressing the urgent global water crisis and empowering communities with sustainable access to clean water and sanitation services, with the commitment of Everyone, Forever. Catapult For Change pledges annual donations to support Water For Peoples mission. As a PBC, our commitment to this cause is transparently showcased in our mandatory annual impact report, a requirement for all PBCs filed in the State of Colorado.
We serve as part-time or full-time interim CFOs, or work on a project basis to find solutions during periods of transition or critical need. Clients are typically closely held and/or managed, with our direction received from the CEO, owners, or the Board of Directors. We often work closely with executive managers to identify and resolve key issues and develop financial strategies supporting long term objectives.