Old National Bancorp Chairman and CEO James “Jim” C. Ryan III was named ABA chair-elect on October 27, 2026, at the American Bankers Association’s annual meeting in Salt Lake City.

Key Takeaways

  • Ryan has led Old National as chairman and CEO since 2019.
  • Catherine Owen will serve as ABA chair among the association’s 2026–27 officers.

ABA chair-elect joins 2026–27 leadership

Ryan joins a slate of officers led by Catherine Owen, executive chair of Eagle Bank & Trust Company and chair and CEO of State Holding Company.

Thomas J. Fraser, president and CEO of First Mutual Holding Co., is vice chair, while WestStar Bank President and CEO David Osborn is treasurer. ABA President and CEO Rob Nichols also serves as an association officer.

Ryan said he was grateful for the opportunity to represent the industry and work with fellow bankers to support communities.

Ryan’s banking background

Ryan joined Old National in 2005 and has served as its chairman and CEO since 2019. His previous roles at the company include chief financial officer, treasurer and integration executive.

He previously held senior finance positions at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage and Old Kent Financial. Ryan is also a past chair of the ABA’s American Bankers Council and chairs the Mid-Size Bank Coalition of America’s board.

Old National, the holding company of Old National Bank, reported approximately $74 billion in assets and $41 billion in assets under management in its announcement.

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