Busey Volunteerism
Busey associates are encouraged and recognized for being actively involved community members who enrich the quality of life for our Pillars and area citizens. Our volunteer spotlight features associates who provide valuable support to local organizations through commitments of time, leadership and advocacy.
Volunteer of the Month
Living the Busey promise in his community, Holli Alexander, AVP – General Accounting Manager, is being recognized as Busey’s February's Volunteer of the Month. Meet Holli and read about his accomplishments.
February VolunTEAM of the Month
Metro East Team associates came together on a chilly morning to support Heat Up St. Louis' Rise and Shine event last month! Heat Up St. Louis hosted its 25th annual “Rise and Shine” event, in collaboration with Hardees on Friday, February 14. By purchasing a sausage or egg biscuit for $1.00, 100% of the proceeds goes to the nonprofit which focuses on helping both Missouri and Illinois communities pay their utility bills. Metro East associates volunteered on both sides of the river at their local Hardees restaurants.
Thank you Shelondra Turner - Retail Administration Mentor, Christina Schager - Retail Administration Mentor, Danielle Wisely - SVP Workforce Performance Manger, Ester Alfau-Compas - Community Banking Mortgage Officer, and Brian Finley - VP Retail/Mortgage Collection Officer, for all of your efforts volunteering for a great cause!
2024 Volunteer of the Year
John Bramlette | SVP – Commercial Relationship Manager Team Lead
Busey is proud to announce John Bramlette, SVP – Commercial Relationship Manager Team Lead, as our 2024 Volunteer of the Year. Living the Busey promise in his community, John completed over 361 hours of service in 2024.
John has a deep commitment to supporting local organizations and causes, demonstrating the true spirit of the Busey promise. He actively coaches a wide range of youth sports through the Naperville Park District, including softball, baseball, soccer, and basketball. His involvement goes beyond the playing field as he also serves on the board and finance committee with the Naperville Education Foundation for District 203 and has also served his term on the board and finance committee with HOME DuPage.HOME DuPage empowers homeowners by offering financial education to help build equity and prepare families for homeownership. John is passionate about the positive impact this organization has on creating a stable future for local families. Additionally, the Naperville Education Foundation supports a variety of initiatives that benefit children in the district, including robotics programs, mental health services, scholarships, teacher grants, and programs that foster entrepreneurship. Thanks to John and his generous giving, these essential services continue to thrive and positively affect the community.
As the Volunteer of the Year, John will receive a $1,000 donation on behalf of Busey to present to an organization of his choosing along.
Thank you, John, for being an inspiration and congratulations on this outstanding achievement!
We would also like to congratulate Lexi Lagle, Commercial & Wealth Analyst, for being named this year’s Volunteer of the Year runner-up. For her service and dedication, Lexi will receive a $250 donation to a charity of her choice.
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