Jeffrey Stark – Executive Profile
Jeffrey has twenty-seven years of community banking experience with fifteen of those years spent as CEO, President and Chairman. He also served as a bank director for four Illinois community banks and as a bankruptcy trustee for a complicated bankruptcy case in Illinois.
For the past seven years, he has provided private consulting for various firms including Chicago Capital Holdings, LLC and Bayard Business Capital and Consulting. He is now owner of his own practice, Zenith Capital Advisors, LLC, which includes consulting with companies involved in international trade, banking and agricultural business.
Mr. Stark’s education includes a BB from Western Illinois University and extensive continuing education through the American Bankers Association, Cannon Institute for Personal Trust Banking, Robert Morris Associates for Credit Administration and the University of Wisconsin Graduate School of Banking.
His professional memberships include the American Bankers Association, Turnaround Management Association, The World Trade Center, St. Louis Agri-business Club and the Chicago Farmers.
He is actively involved in various community affiliations which include St. Mary’s Parish, Pike County Chamber of Commerce and Rotary International.
Testimonials
“Working with Jeff was an absolute pleasure. I really enjoyed the personal attention that Jeff gave throughout the entire process and it is apparent that Jeff genuinely cares about the success of our business. It was great being able to work with the owner of the business and not just an employee or committee at a bank.”
Mark – Owner
“Right away, I knew I could trust Jeffrey. I felt very comfortable with him. He doesn’t let any stone go unturned and worked very hard for me. I was very in doubt about my situation and he told me not to worry from day one. He conducts himself with such professionalism and I don’t think I could have gotten everything done without him. He’s a great negotiator and negotiated quite a few items on my part and even cut my interest rate. He was available 24/7. Anytime I needed something, no matter what time of day, he was there. I am very pleased with his work and plan to stay in contact with him.”
Joe Browning – Illinois Farm Producer
“Jeffrey knows the business and is very good with people. He has a certain calm about him, knows what he is doing and reads people very well. He takes control, especially in times of financial stress. He did an exceptional job and I would highly recommend him to anybody.”
John Borrowman – Illinois Real Estate Broker
“Jeff is incredibly trustworthy and made the borrowing process painless. He lets you participate in the process, which you can’t always get from other lenders. He is knowledgeable, great at putting deals together and an all-around good guy. He keeps you informed during the process and above all, he delivers results.”
Todd Stimson – Missouri Business Client