Chris Dryer Joins OMB Bank as Loan Officer in Carthage

OMB Bank is pleased to announce that Chris Dryer has joined the bank as a loan officer at its 535 W. Fir Rd. branch in Carthage, Mo.

Dryer brings nearly 15 years of agricultural lending experience, along with 14 years as a high school agriculture teacher, giving him a strong understanding of the financial needs of farmers, ranchers and rural communities.

He began his lending career with FCS Financial in 2012 as a loan officer and crop insurance agent before joining First National Bank of Nevada, Mo., in 2015. During his 12-year tenure with the bank, he advanced from vice president and loan officer to executive vice president and loan officer, serving agricultural and commercial customers throughout the region.

In his role at OMB Bank, Dryer will provide lending solutions for agricultural and commercial customers throughout the Carthage market and the Four-State region. Drawing on his background in agriculture lending and education, he will focus on building long-term relationships and helping customers navigate financing decisions with confidence.