Management Team

Robb Blume

President & CEO

Robb is a graduate of Butler University and has over 33 years of banking experience. He has been with Community First Bank since its inception in 2003. He first served as Chief Credit Officer and has been the bank’s President & CEO since 2013.  Robb has been involved with many community organizations through the years including serving as a board member of the Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance, Greater Kokomo Inventrek Council, Wildcat Creek Golf Course, St. Vincent Kokomo, United Way of Howard County, Kokomo Main Street Association, Howard County Chamber of Commerce, Kokomo Country Club, and Kokomo CEO Program. 

Bob Hickman

EVP, Chief Banking and Credit Officer

Bob received both his Bachelor’s in Marketing and a Master’s in Finance from Western Michigan University. He has over 30 years of experience in finance and credit, and Bob has been with Community First Bank since its founding in 2003. Bob serves as the immediate past chair and current board member with the Community Foundation of Howard County, and he is a member of the Economic Development Board within the Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance. Formerly, Bob has also served as a board member with Family Services Association of Howard County, a Noon Rotary member, and a volunteer with several organizations, including the Kokomo CEO Program, Healthy Families, and the Kokomo Rescue Mission.

Janelle Campbell

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SVP, Director of Consumer Banking

Janelle is a graduate of Indiana University where she earned her Business Management degree and is a 2024 graduate of the Graduate School of Banking in Colorado. She loves to give back to the community and is a founding member and current President of Women of Westfield. Previously, she has served as President of Westfield Youth Assistance Program, Chairwoman of Westfield’s Yellow Tie Gala, Chairwoman for the Westfield Chamber of Commerce, and is a graduate of Hamilton County Leadership Academy. Janelle has been with Community First Bank since 2015.

Carlonda Davis

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SVP, Chief Administrative Officer/DE&I

Londee earned her bachelor’s degree in human resources management from Indiana University-Indianapolis. She has over 18 years of experience in HR and began her career with Community First Bank of Indiana in Jan 2018. Londee took on a Senior HR role in sports and entertainment in 2022 with the Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty for a little over a year before returning to CFB. In 2023, after graduating from Graduate School of Banking, she was appointed as the Chief Administrative Officer, and also leads the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion team. In addition to her professional responsibilities, Londee serves as on the board as the Program Chair for the Carver Community Center and is a board member for Bridges Outreach Program and One Zone Chamber.

Monica Gremelspacher

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SVP, Chief Financial Officer

Monica received her Bachelor’s in Accounting degree from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business. She has over 25 years of experience in the accounting industry and has been with Community First Bank since 2008. Monica has served as the President of Family Service Association of Howard County’s board of directors and as the Secretary of Acacia Academy’s board of directors.

Scott Hammersley

SVP, Commercial Loan Group Manager

Scott is a graduate of Ball State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance. He has over 32 years of banking experience both in retail and commercial banking. Scott is a member of the Ball State University Cardinal Varsity Club, Cardinal Football Alumni Association, and a board member for Friends of Central Pool. Scott has worked with Marion County Commission on Youth (McCoy) and is a former Ambassador for Fishers Chamber of Commerce. Scott has been employed with Community First Bank since 2019.

Kim LaFollette

SVP, Director of Sales & Customer Experience

Kim is a graduate of Indiana University Kokomo and has over 25 years of banking experience. She is also a 2018 graduate of the Graduate School of Banking in Colorado. Kim is involved with many community organizations and currently is the chair of IU Kokomo’s School of Business Advisory Board, a board member for Turning Point System of Care, and serves on the Kokomo Area Career Center Advisory Board. She has served in the past with the Kokomo CEO Program, Kokomo Family YMCA, and Women’s Business Council. Kim has been employed with Community First Bank since 2005.

Jonathon Malin

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SVP, Director of Commercial Banking

Jonathon received his Business Administration degree from Indiana University East and occupies 14 years of banking experience. He is a 2019 graduate of the Graduate School of Banking in Colorado, and currently serves as a mentor in the Kokomo CEO Program. Jonathon formerly served as a board member for Project Access.

Mark Malin

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SVP, Chief Leadership & 

People Development Officer

Mark is a 1980 graduate of Clark Summit University. Prior to joining the bank, Mark spent 34 years as the founding Lead Pastor of Oakbrook Ministries, a multisite church based in Kokomo, IN. Outside of ministry, Mark has spent many years consulting professionals and private sector organizations to uncover their unique gifts and achieve their leadership potential. He currently serves as a regular volunteer and guest speaker for Valley of Grace, The Sanctuary Indy, and at DADCAMP. Mark has been employed with Community First Bank since 2022.

Bea Wiles

SVP, Chief Operating Officer

Bea is a graduate of Purdue University with a Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership and Supervision. She has been with Community First Bank since its inception in 2003. Bea has served in many roles in the Operations Department and is now the Chief Operating Officer.

Karen Munsey

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VP, Investment Department Manager

Karen has worked in the financial services industry for over 30 years. She joined the team at Community First in 2007 when she came on board to help start the Investment Department, now known as Community First Investment Group. Karen is a past board member of the United Way of Howard County, with many years of service on the Community Investment Committee and as the Treasurer. 

Karen Munsey

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VP, Investment Department Manager

Karen has worked in the financial services industry for over 30 years. She joined the team at Community First in 2007 when she came on board to help start the Investment Department, now known as Community First Investment Group. Karen is a past board member of the United Way of Howard County, with many years of service on the Community Investment Committee and as the Treasurer.