Homestead Announces Senior Staff Retirements

Press Release

January 29, 2024

Homestead Savings Bank is pleased to announce the upcoming retirements of three of its long-serving
and dedicated employees in 2024.

Teri Face, Accounting Officer, has been a vital member of the Homestead Team for 38 years with 46 years total in the banking industry. She will be greatly missed by her colleagues and customers. Homestead Savings Bank will be celebrating Teri’s retirement with an Open House on Friday April 26, 2024 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Teri stated: “This will be a day that I am excited for but sad at the same time, as I will miss helping the community in Albion and the Family that I have here at Homestead.”

Chris Burdette, SVP/Chief Retail Officer, has brought his extensive experience and leadership to Homestead Savings Bank since 2015. He has 44 years in the financial services industry. His last day will be May 10, 2024.  In a statement “The past eight years have been a great experience and am thankful to end my career with a local, community bank like Homestead Savings.”

Scott E. Evans, President/CEO, has announced plans to retire in 2024 after a successful and distinguished career. He has 44 years in the financial service industry, having served in his position at Homestead since 2015. “Homestead has engaged Angott Search Group to assist the Board of Directors in finding a suitable successor. We are pleased Mr. Evans will remain on the board of directors after retirement” Chairman Herman McCall  

About Homestead Savings Bank:

Homestead Savings Bank is a full-service financial institution with locations in Albion, Leslie, and Springport. Since 1889 our mission has been to provide outstanding service to our customers. Decisions are made locally by people who know our customers and our communities. The bank is guided by a Board of Directors composed of local community leaders. The Board has installed an experienced, professional, and caring management team who oversee day to day operations. Homestead Savings Bank is organized as a mutual savings bank. That means it is owned by customers. When customers are owners, our service takes on a new meaning.