Community First Bank of Indiana Welcomes Hartley and Kobaree to the Team

October 11, 2024 – Community First Bank of Indiana (CFB) is pleased to welcome Jeff Hartley as Vice President, Commercial Lender and Jibreel Kobaree as Assistant Vice President, Contact Center Manager.

Jeff Hartley has joined the CFB team to partner with businesses to secure the necessary funds to grow and succeed. With 12 years of experience in the banking industry, Jeff has honed his expertise in customer-centric banking solutions through his roles in Branch Management and Business Banking Relationship Management. He shared, “I find great joy in helping business owners find financial success.” When not serving the local business community, Jeff faithfully volunteers his time on the Indiana Cystic Fibrosis Planning Committee.

Jibreel Kobaree has joined the CFB team to spearhead the Contact Center’s mission of delivering high-quality, local service that efficiently and effectively meets customers’ needs. Based in Kokomo, Indiana, Jibreel’s team will be your first point of contact for any bank-related assistance. With 16 years of customer service expertise across various industries, including several years in banking, Jibreel brings a wealth of knowledge to the team.

Bea Wiles, CFB’s Chief Operating Officer, stated, “The customer experience is so important to Community First Bank of Indiana. With our continued growth, we wanted to take what we are doing right and make it even better. A contact center plays a crucial role as the initial touchpoint for customers seeking help.”

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Jeff Hartley, Vice President, Commercial Lender
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Jibreel Kobaree, Assistant Vice President, Contact Center Manager

About the bank: Community First Bank of Indiana (CFB) was chartered in 2003 in Kokomo, Indiana and is committed to keeping outstanding customer service, local decision-making, and relationship-building at its core. The locally owned and operated bank currently has offices in Fishers, Indianapolis, Kokomo, Noblesville, and Westfield. Bank mission: We partner with you to build a better future. Additional information can be found at www.CFBIndiana.com. MEMBER FDIC.