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Our Insights Authors

Learn more about the authors who bring you financial insights.

Our Writing Team

At Old National Bank, we’re proud to provide tips and actionable advice that our clients can use to enhance their finances. Meet our team of experienced financial professionals!

  • Cory Hart

    As a Client Care Specialist at Old National, Cory supports daily efforts to ensure client needs are resolved. She also takes part in several in-house groups that contribute to the culture of the bank. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Communications and a cognate in Marketing from the University of Evansville, as well as a Master of Arts degree in Communications from the University of Southern Indiana. 

  • Abby Hobrough

    As a Communications Development Professional at Old National, Abby drives content and storytelling initiatives that support the bank's brand, business and community goals. Her work includes video and podcast production, editorial planning, digital content development, written communications and multichannel distribution. She has held roles in marketing, communications and digital media. Abby earned a bachelor's degree in Strategic Communication and Marketing from Butler University and is pursuing an MBA at the University of Southern Indiana.

  • Rick Jillson

    As Communications Director for Old National Bancorp, Rick is responsible for corporate communications strategy, logistics and execution. This includes team member benefits; company programs, policies and procedures; ONB earnings and results; public relations; mergers and acquisitions; general company news; and team member training.

  • Ben Joergens

    The Director of Financial Empowerment at Old National, Ben is an experienced Vice President with a demonstrated history of working in the banking industry and strong finance professional skills in Financial Education and Empowerment, Commercial Lending, Banking, Coaching and Credit Analysis.

  • Casey Merkwan

    Casey connects community and business through storytelling, adapting from the print journalism world to corporate communications. In corporate communications she has expanded her writing style from writing for a broad audience to writing for specific audiences through internal and external communications. She believes the more we connect people and their stories, the more engaged we will be with our communities and businesses.

  • Scott Reinhard

    As Communications Director for Old National, Scott leads external communications. With 30+ years of financial services experience, he has held marketing and communications roles spanning writing, video production, social media, executive communications and media relations. Prior to Old National, he spent 23 years at Bremer Bank and previously worked at Dain Rauscher and Minnesota Mutual. He earned degrees in Biology and English from Lawrence University, an MALS from Hamline University, and an MBA from Carlson School of Management.

  • Pat Rehkamp

    A Senior Financial Writer for 1834, a division of Old National Bank, Pat is an experienced financial writer who understands fundamentals of the financial markets, economy and investment practices.

  • Nina Schultheis

    As Internal Communications Manager for Old National, Nina leads communications that keep team members informed, connected and engaged. Her work includes executive messaging, internal campaigns, employee communications, podcasts and change management communications across the organization. She partners with leaders and teams throughout Old National to support business priorities, culture, team member experience and community engagement. Nina has been with Old National for nearly 20 years and earned her degree in Public Relations from Western Kentucky University.

  • Alex Starace

    As a Content and Creative Specialist at Old National, Alex writes marketing and advertising copy, as well as articles and e-books that elucidate key financial topics for clients. He has written within the financial services space since 2017. Alex holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Carleton College and a master’s degree in Museum Studies from New York University.

  • Rick Vach

    As External Communications Manager for Old National, Rick is involved in communications strategy, press release creation, website content development and Insights article management, among other responsibilities. He is a former high school journalism and English teacher. For more than 15 years he worked in communications, marketing, and social media in professional and amateur tennis for both the ATP World Tour, the governing body of men’s professional tennis, and for the Florida Section of the United States Tennis Association.

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  • Insights from 1834, a Division of Old National Bank

    You’ll find strategic financial planning insights, the latest market analysis and topical deep dives on the Insights page of 1834 Wealth Management. The firm was formed on the promise of building stable, enduring wealth management and investment advisory relationships with high-net-worth individuals