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A Career of Commitment: Reflections from FCT’s Chief Investment Officer, John J. Gonner
After 24 years of dedicated service, John J. Gonner, Chief Investment Officer at First Community Trust (FCT), is stepping into retirement at the end of May. Throughout his remarkable career, John has been a steady, guiding presence—shaping FCT’s investment philosophy,...
The Importance of Keeping Beneficiaries Updated
Many of us name beneficiaries when establishing a retirement account, but we often forget to review them. Keeping your beneficiaries up to date ensures your assets go to the right people and prevents unintended complications. A common misconception is that an...
Avoid Probate & Protect Your Family: Comprehensive Estate Planning Tips
Understand how to bypass probate and streamline asset transfer with effective estate planning. Explore wills, trusts, and beneficiary strategies to safeguard your family's future. As first seen on Retirement Daily on TheStreet. By Lisa Grefe, Wealth Advisor and...
Jenna Walleser Promoted to Chief Investment Officer
DUBUQUE - First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT), a nationally-chartered trust company headquartered in Dubuque, announced the promotion of Jenna Walleser to the position of Chief Investment Officer (CIO), effective April 1, 2025. For the past three years, Walleser has...
Building Generational Wealth: A Practical Guide
Building wealth and leaving it to the people we love—it’s a goal many of us share. While the topic can sometimes feel overwhelming, generational wealth doesn’t have to mean vast fortunes. It can be as simple as leaving behind something meaningful—whether it’s enough...
First Community Trust Announces Round of Promotions to Build Upon Growth
IOWA – First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT), a nationally-chartered trust company headquartered in Dubuque, has advanced its Wealth Advisor and Trust Officer team by promoting five employees in response to continued growth. The series of promotions builds upon the...
Scam Prevention: How to Protect Yourself
By: Aaron Schwenker, Senior Vice President, Senior Compliance Officer Whether it’s a claim about an unauthorized credit card charge or a notice that a warranty is expiring, scams are everywhere. It’s important to know how to recognize and handle them. Common...
First Community Trust: Providing Institutional Support to Help Credit Unions Grow
By: Adam Claypool, Chief Executive Officer, First Community Trust As credit unions continue to innovate and expand how they meet the needs of members, attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent is crucial. First Community Trust (FCT) is proud to be a...
First Community Trust Announces Partnership With Newton-Based Advantage Credit Union
IOWA - First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT), a nationally chartered trust company, has announced a new partnership with Advantage Credit Union. This collaboration aims to provide investment management, retirement planning, and trust services to a broader range of central...
First Community Trust Growing Wealth Advisor and Trust Officer Team
Trust company welcomes new hire and promotes team members IOWA – First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT), a nationally-chartered trust company headquartered in Dubuque, has expanded its Wealth Advisor and Trust Officer team and promoted two employees to better serve the...