Chegwidden Celebrates 20 Years at FBK
irst Bank Kansas proudly celebrates the 20th anniversary of Tonya Chegwidden, of our Ellsworth branch. Over the past two decades, Tonya has brought warmth, dedication, and a passion for service to her roles, including her current position as Operations Support/Travel Coordinator.
Tonya's journey began as a teller before she transitioned into the role of Travel Coordinator, where she spent 16 years creating memorable travel experiences for our customers. When the Travel Club closed during the pandemic, she seamlessly transitioned into Deposit Operations/Call Center, continuing to bring her signature kindness and support to our customers.
"I truly love the experience of traveling and exploring new places, but what I love even more than the travel is the people. I have been privileged to get know so many wonderful people through the tours," Tonya says. "First Bank Kansas truly has the best customers—they feel like extended family."
A Kansas native, Tonya grew up in Lakin and has called Ellsworth home for 28 years. Married for 32 years, she and her husband have raised two daughters and a son. Outside of work, she treasures time with her family, enjoys baking, and loves a cozy day with a good book or an old movie.
We are grateful to have Tonya as part of the First Bank Kansas family. Her dedication, kindness, and genuine care for both customers and colleagues embody the heart of who we are as a community bank.
Please join us in congratulating Tonya on this memorable milestone!
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About First Bank Kansas and Advantage Trust Company
Founded in 1961, First Bank Kansas is a community bank that strives to know their customers and deliver exceptional service. With assets of over $500 million, First Bank Kansas is small enough to continue to provide personal service and make local decisions, yet large enough to provide the services their customers want and need. First Bank Kansas is an Equal Housing Lender and Member FDIC. Advantage Trust Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of First Bank Kansas, was founded in 1997. Advantage Trust Company provides trust and investment services and currently manages over $900 million in assets.