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With more than 30 years of financial services experience, Victor Lizano serves as a Community Business Banker, connecting entrepreneurs with the funding, expertise, and support needed to thrive. A fluent Spanish speaker and first-generation American-Latino, he is passionate about supporting underserved business owners and strengthening communities across Central Indiana.

Sherry Boudoin is a Community Business Banker dedicated to helping small business owners access capital, financial education, and the resources needed to grow. She is passionate about supporting women-owned and minority-owned businesses and is deeply involved in the community where she works to create opportunities for local businesses.

Teri Todd has spent over 20 years helping people achieve homeownership, bringing experience and a caring, guiding approach to every client she serves. As a Community Home Lending Officer, she believes homeownership is the foundation for building generational wealth and is committed to creating “customers for life” through long-term support.

Iesha Vaughn is the Banking Center Manager of the Avondale Meadows branch and a strong advocate for financial empowerment. She works with both personal and business clients to understand their goals and connect them with the right financial solutions. Iesha is actively engaged across Indianapolis, partnering with local organizations to support community initiatives, and is known for her approachable demeanor and commitment to helping others grow.

David Watkins is a Community Business Banker helping entrepreneurs access capital and resources to grow their businesses and strengthen their financial foundation. He has helped deliver millions in grant funding to support small businesses and community development, earning honors like the Spirit of Detroit Award and the Community Spirit Award for the State of Michigan.

Artina Packnett is a Detroit native who leads the Fitzgerald branch just miles from where she was born and raised. As Banking Center Manager, she brings over 15 years of experience and a deep commitment to the community she proudly calls home. Artina is actively involved in local leadership, serving as Chair of the Fitzgerald Community Advisory Board, Secretary of the Wayne County CRA Association, and a member of the Livernois McNichols Neighborhoods Action Working Group (LMNAWG). Recognized in 2025 by Native Detroiter Magazine for her volunteerism and civic impact, Artina doesn’t just work in Detroit—she works for it.

Sean Murnane is a Community Home Lending Officer with more than 20 years of experience, focused on making the mortgage process clear, smooth, and enjoyable. He leverages a wide range of loan programs to guide clients to the best fit for their needs. A Central Ohio native and cancer survivor, Sean is actively involved in the community and serves on several local nonprofit boards. He is passionate about helping clients achieve their homeownership goals while building lasting relationships.

Tonjola Cole has over 20 years of experience helping people become homeowners. As a Community Home Lending Officer, she’s driven by purpose to help clients build financial stability and generational wealth. Tonjola specializes in navigating down payment assistance and grant programs, and is known for helping clients secure available funds to make homeownership more affordable and accessible.

Tiffany Whitner is a Senior Community Business Banker offering strategic guidance and customized financial solutions to small businesses and entrepreneurs. Tiffany is especially passionate about supporting minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses, ensuring they have equitable access to the resources they need to succeed. Her impact has earned community recognition, including 2026 Business Champion of the Year by NAWBO Columbus and honors from Mahogany Columbus and the Women’s Center for Economic Opportunity.

Rebecca serves as the Director of SBA Operations and Compliance for First Merchants Bank, where she leads operational integration, compliance governance, and risk management initiatives. With more than 10 years experience in business lending, Rebecca is committed to expanding access to capital for entrepreneurs and helping small businesses grow, create jobs, and strengthen the communities they serve.

She joined First Merchants in 2013, and, from April 2020 through May 2026, Rebecca managed the bank's SBA and Government Lending Programs department. During that time, she led the origination of one of the nation's first SBA Working Capital Program loans and played a key role in launching innovative government-guaranteed lending programs, including SSBCI-supported initiatives across Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.

Rebecca currently serves as Chair of the National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders (NAGGL) Small Lender Central Committee and was a nominee for the 2025 Emerging Leader of the Year Award.

Angela Cotton serves as Vice President Small Business Lending Closing for First Merchants Bank and is a practiced hand at helping small businesses succeed. With more than 27 years in small business lending, she works to develop high-performing teams through mentorship, collaboration, and open communication. In turn, these teams provide exceptional service, helping clients access the capital they need to grow and prosper.

Angela started her career in 1999 with Bank OZK, where she held numerous leadership roles and became one of the first members of the bank’s new SBA team. From there, she moved to Simmons Bank, where she served in the SBA department. Prior to joining First Merchants, she served as Senior Vice President Closing and Construction Manager with Phoenix Lender Services.

She holds a Paralegal Certification from the University of Arkansas and serves as a board member for the Arkansas Chamber Singers.

Gino has over 5 years of banking experience. He joined the Bank in 2022 as an NNN Finance Credit Analyst and prior to joining the Bank, he served as a Lease Analyst for the Simon Property Group. He has underwritten over $200 million of closed loan transactions for the Program. He is a 2020 graduate from Indiana University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance.

Rose has over 7 years of banking experience. She joined the Bank in 2019 and joined the NNN Finance Team in May 2020 as an NNN Finance Credit Analyst. She has underwritten over $400 million of closed loan transactions for the Program. She is a 2019 graduate from Indiana University Southeast where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting.