Chris D. Merrill has been promoted to Vice President, Technology Services Manager. In this position, he is responsible for the daily operations of the department, which supports the bank’s network and technology users. He is also responsible for developing and implementing strategic initiatives for the company. He has been with the bank for 11 years.

Merrill has an associate’s of applied science degree in computer information systems from Ivy Tech Community College and a bachelor’s degree in management from Grace College. He is president of the board and president of the executive finance board for Warsaw Community Public Library.

Lake City Bank, a $4.4 billion bank headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, is the fourth largest bank headquartered in the state, and the largest bank 100% invested in Indiana. Lake City Bank operates 49 branch offices in northern and central Indiana, delivering technology-driven solutions in a client-centric way to individuals and businesses. The bank is the single bank subsidiary of Lakeland Financial Corporation (Nasdaq Global Select/LKFN).