John Calk

Mr. Calk has led the bank since April 2011. Mr. Calk, was awarded a full United States Congressional scholarship to attend Indiana University. Upon graduation with a BS in Finance, he was appointed as a second lieutenant and served as an armor platoon leader in the United States Army until recruited to join GE Capital Corporation. As a graduate of General Electric’s famed 2-year management program, Mr. Calk was quickly promoted and spent seven years in operations, marketing and senior financial management positions. In 1999 he joined Chicago Bancorp as a partner and eventually held the position of President. He is the father of six children, Founder and President of East Lake Academy and a resident of Chicago's North Shore. Additionally he serves as Chairman for the Chicagoland Chapter of the Young Presidents Organization. He is an active member of Conway Farms Golf Club and currently serves on their finance committee. He is also the Chairman of the Finance Committee of St. Patrick Church, Lake Forest, IL.