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About Us

The Peoples Bank proudly stands as Knox County’s only locally owned and operated community bank. Our foundation is built on a community of local people making local decisions—a principle that has earned us a 5-Star Superior rating from Bauer Financial Services for more than 30 years. At The Peoples Bank, we’re committed to maintaining the strength and stability that our customers rely on, now and into the future.

History

From our humble beginnings in 1920, The Peoples Bank in Gambier has been a cornerstone of the community, offering trusted banking services to Kenyon College students, local merchants, and residents seeking convenient, hometown banking. Originally capitalized with $25,000 and 95 shareholders, we’ve grown to incorporate a full range of services while maintaining our local presence in Knox County. Led by dedicated individuals like “Banker Brown” and Margaret Kunkel, who embodied our ethos of being “For the People,” we’ve navigated milestones such as robberies and architectural changes to adapt to modern banking needs. Today, with a focus on personalized service and community commitment, we continue to evolve, embracing technology while remaining true to our motto: “Small Enough to Know You, Large Enough to Serve You.” As we look to the future, we remain deeply rooted in our community, dedicated to providing superior service to our valued customers. We invite you to join us on this journey and make The Peoples Bank your trusted financial partner for years to come.

Meet the Team

Alicia Freeman

President & CEO, The Peoples Bank & Peoples Bancshares of Gambier Incorporated

NMLS: 673391

Joan Jones

Director Emeritus, Peoples Bancshares of Gambier Incorporated

Donna Dunmire

VP, Chief Operations Officer

Deanna Johnson

VP of Lending

NMLS: 673392

Katherine Lockett

AVP Finance

Penny Given

AVP Operations

Tom Corrigan

AVP Commercial Lender & Business Development

NMLS: 2058432

Stephanie Dean

Branch Manager

Molly DuBose

Branch Manager

Careers

Thank you for your interest in The Peoples Bank. The Peoples Bank is a full-service financial institution that is seeking friendly and dedicated people to join our team!

If you have these qualifications and are interested in applying for a position, please drop off a resume at any of our locations attention to:

The Peoples Bank
Attn: Human Resources
11423 Upper Gilchrist Road
Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050
Email: lwicker@peoplesgambier.com

Management job openings are limited, however, we are always willing to review resumes of experienced banking professionals.

The Peoples Bank, Main Office
P.O. Box 151
103 E. Wiggin Street
Gambier, Ohio 43022
Phone:  740-427-2101
Fax:  740-427-3106

The Peoples Bank, Mount Vernon Branch
11423 Upper Gilchrist Road
Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050
Phone:  740-397-7922
Fax:  740-397-6682

NMLS: 641250
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