Published on April 9, 2025 5:31 pm
Last Updated on April 9, 2025 5:32 pm
LLCU announced the appointment of Blake Reynolds as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of LLCU, effective Tuesday, April 8th. Reynolds has 27 years of experience in the banking and financial services industries. Reynolds will oversee LLCU’s financial strategy, regulatory reporting, and accounting operations.
Before joining LLCU, Reynolds served as Vice President of Colchester State Bank in Colchester, IL for 25 years until CSB was acquired by LLCU in July of 2023. Since the time of acquisition, Reynolds has served as Vice President of Operations for LLCU.
“When we acquired Colchester State Bank, Blake quickly distinguished himself as knowledgeable in numerous areas of responsibility and it became apparent that he would prove to be a very valuable member of our team,” stated Robert Ares, LLCU President/CEO. “Blake demonstrates humility and the LLCU core values of Compassion, Opportunity, Respect, and Excellence daily. He has played an integral role in numerous projects during his time with LLCU, most recently with our extensive Systems Upgrade. We are confident Blake will successfully advance our financial initiatives and growth plans in this new leadership role.”
“I am very excited to join the LLCU Senior Leadership Team,” stated Blake Reynolds, LLCU CFO. “As an employee who joined LLCU through acquisition, being offered this career opportunity is a
testament to the commitment of LLCU to employee growth and development. I am very appreciative of the confidence shown in my experience and I am eager to get to work for the members of LLCU and the communities we serve.”
Reynolds is a graduate of Eastern Illinois University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Management. He holds several certifications and licenses in regulatory compliance, and in commercial, consumer and real estate lending.
He is an active community member, serving the community in many ways as a long-time Colchester Lions Club member. He also served as a volunteer for the Colchester Youth Baseball & Softball Programs.
