Monarch Community Bank is proud to announce the promotion of Sharon Craun to assistant vice president and senior collector for the bank. Sharon has worked in banking for 16 years and has been at Monarch for six years. Previously Sharon worked in the collections department as a collector. Craun takes the place of Sandi Jackson, who is semi-retiring from Monarch.

Craun is a graduate of Colon High School and of Glen Oaks Community College with her degree in Business. She also holds certifications in Collection Techniques and Law in Michigan.

In her new position, Craun will be working with past due customers, reviewing the delinquent loan status for the bank, approving collection activities regarding workouts of loan payments on delinquent accounts, remaining current and ensuring compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations and assists with litigation and foreclosure activity.

Craun resides in Colon with her husband, Randy and their four children. In her spare time she enjoys watching softball, camping, and spending time with family. She is involved with the Colon Summer Recreation program, Colon Village Council, Colon Zoning Board of Appeals, and Colon’s Village Planning Commission.

Established in 1934, Monarch Community Bank has branches located in Marshall, Coldwater, Union City and Hillsdale. For more information about Monarch Community Bank products and services, go to www.monarchcb.com or call your local branch.