Melissa Bauer Joins Southern Michigan Bancorp, Inc. Board of Directors

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Southern Michigan Bancorp has appointed Melissa "Missy" Bauer to its board of directors, as announced by Chairman and CEO John H. Castle on February 1, 2022. Bauer, co-founder of B&M Crop Consulting, brings nearly two decades of agricultural expertise, focusing on agronomic knowledge for farmers in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. She holds a Master's in agronomy from Purdue University and a Bachelor's in crop and soil sciences from Michigan State University. Castle highlighted her as a prominent agricultural leader, emphasizing her potential contributions to the board.

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• Appointment of Melissa Bauer adds extensive agricultural expertise to the board.
• Bauer's background in farming and agronomy may enhance the bank's agricultural service offerings.

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COLDWATER, Mich., Feb. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- John H. Castle, Chairman and CEO of Southern Michigan Bancorp, Inc., the holding company of Southern Michigan Bank & Trust, recently announced the appointment of Melissa “Missy” Bauer as a member of its board of directors.

Ms. Bauer and her husband, Bill, are the founders and owners of B&M Crop Consulting, an independent agricultural consulting company based in Coldwater, MI. They work closely with farmers across Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio providing sound, agronomic knowledge to support clients’ farm operations. They work cooperatively with Farm Journal to gather information on the industry’s latest technology, applications, practices, and equipment. Ms. Bauer also travels across the country giving presentations on how to implement a systems approach to farm management based on her nearly twenty years of research.

A native of Grant, Michigan, Ms. Bauer grew up working on her family’s cash crop and cattle farm. She holds an MS in agronomy from Purdue University and a BS in crop and soil sciences from Michigan State University. She is an active certified crop advisor (CCA).

Ms. Bauer and her husband reside in Coldwater, MI with their three children. When time allows, she enjoys volunteering at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School.

“As a prominent agricultural leader in the tri-state area, Missy brings extensive knowledge and expertise to her role as a director for Southern,” said Castle. “It is my privilege to welcome her to our board.”

Southern Michigan Bancorp, Inc. is a bank holding company and the parent company of Southern Michigan Bank & Trust. It operates fourteen branches within Branch, Calhoun, Hillsdale, Kalamazoo and St. Joseph Counties, providing a broad range of consumer, business and wealth management services throughout the region. For more information, please visit the Southern Michigan Bank & Trust website at www.smb-t.com.

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FAQ

Who is Melissa Bauer in relation to Southern Michigan Bancorp?

Melissa Bauer has been appointed to the board of directors of Southern Michigan Bancorp, bringing extensive agricultural knowledge.

What is Melissa Bauer's professional background?

Bauer is the co-founder of B&M Crop Consulting and has nearly twenty years of experience in agronomy.

When was Melissa Bauer appointed to the board?

Melissa Bauer was appointed to the board on February 1, 2022.

What role does Southern Michigan Bancorp play in the community?

Southern Michigan Bancorp is a bank holding company providing consumer, business, and wealth management services in southwestern Michigan.