(KNZA)--Bank of Blue Valley, a division of HTLF Bank, announces the promotion of Nick Harling to Market President of the Sabetha and Hiawatha, Kansas markets. In this expanded role, Nick will continue to develop new and existing customer relationships while providing strategic direction for the bank.

“Nick is an exceptional leader and a highly experienced banking professional,” said Will Fox, president, Bank of Blue Valley. “With his focus on the needs of local businesses and customers, he exemplifies what it means to be a community banker.”

As a veteran of the banking industry, Nick has more than 30 years of experience in the areas of business development, management, and ag commercial lending. He began his tenure in 2015 as an ag banker with Morrill and Janes Bank (which was merged into Bank of Blue Valley in 2019) and has supported local farmers with financing solutions through the years. Prior to this role, he served as a Commercial Ag Lender in southeast Nebraska and a licensed real estate and insurance agent.

“This expansion of my responsibilities is particularly meaningful because I’ve grown up in this footprint,” said Harling. “I’m fortunate to have developed trusted relationships with several businesses and families and look forward to continuing our high level of service in a place that I call home.”

Outside of the bank, Nick enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing, and spending time with his grandkids. He and his wife reside in Sabetha and have two grown sons. His oldest, along with his wife, reside in Falls City, Nebraska with two kids. His youngest is a resident of Sabetha and recently opened his Chiropractic office.