First Bankers Trust honors Art Greenbank upon board retirement
Arthur “Art” Greenbank
First Bankers Trust Company N.A., a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Bankers Trustshares Inc., recently recognized Arthur “Art” Greenbank for his leadership and service as he retires from the boards of directors of both organizations in May 2026.
Greenbank’s career with First Bankers Trust began in March 1992 when he joined the organization as vice president of Business Banking. Over the next several decades, he helped shape the future of the company through a series of leadership roles marked by strategic growth, operational excellence, and a strong commitment to community banking.
He was named senior vice president of Business Banking in 1995 before being promoted to executive vice president and chief operating officer in 1997. In 1999, Greenbank joined the bank’s board of directors. He was appointed president and chief executive officer of First Bankers Trust Company in 2002, and later became president and CEO of First Bankers Trustshares Inc. in 2006.
Although Greenbank retired from his executive leadership roles in 2016, his service to the organization continued for another 10 years as a member of both boards of directors, where he remained a trusted advisor and respected leader.
“Art’s impact on First Bankers Trust cannot be overstated,” said Allen W. Shafer, president and CEO. “For more than 34 years, he helped guide this organization through growth, change, and opportunity while always remaining committed to our customers, employees, shareholders, and communities. His leadership, integrity, and steady presence have left a lasting mark on this company and on the people who have had the privilege to work alongside him.”
During his tenure, Greenbank played a significant role in the continued growth and evolution of the organization while helping preserve the strong community-focused values that continue to define First Bankers Trust today.
“Art’s legacy extends far beyond titles and accomplishments,” said Bill Daniels, chairman of the board of directors. “He helped build a culture centered on relationships, trust, and long-term thinking. His influence will continue to be felt across our organization for many years to come.”
First Bankers Trust further extended its sincere appreciation to Greenbank for his “remarkable dedication and leadership,” and wished him and his family all the best in retirement.
About First Bankers Trust Company N.A.
Headquartered in Quincy, Ill., First Bankers Trust Company N.A., a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Bankers Trustshares Inc., is a community-oriented commercial bank offering a variety of financial services to meet the needs of the communities it serves, including personal banking, residential mortgage loans, consumer loans, business loans and agricultural loans. The bank also operates Buck Land Funding, a division focused on the financing of recreational hunting land, and MHC Funding, a division specializing in the financing of manufactured home communities. First Bankers Trust also powers ATTY Financial, a specialized financial platform designed to modernize banking for attorneys and law firms. The bank has branch locations in Quincy, Macomb, Mendon, Carthage, Rushville, and Springfield, Ill., as well as Loan Production offices in O’Fallon, Ill., and St. Charles, Mo. It is the largest bank in Adams County, Ill. For more information, visit https://www.firstbankers.com.
About First Bankers Trustshares Inc.
First Bankers Trustshares Inc. is a bank holding company owning First Bankers Trust Company N.A. The company was incorporated on Aug. 25, 1988, and is headquartered in Quincy, Ill. First Bankers Trustshares Inc. is a publicly held company whose common stock is traded over-the-counter under the symbol FBTT. For more information, visit http://fbti.firstbankers.com.
