Sauk Valley Bank | Press Release | Lori Gajdzik

Sauk Valley Bank (SVB) is pleased to welcome Lori Gajdzik as the new Harvard Market President.

Lori brings more than 25 years of leadership experience, shaped by a career centered on

organizational development, workforce strategy, and operational oversight. Her background

reflects a deep commitment to strengthening business performance and fostering environments

where employees and clients thrive. She is recognized for a strategic leadership style that

emphasizes collaboration and strong relationship-building across all areas of an organization.

Her background includes roles that placed her in positions of meaningful organizational leadership

influence, serving as Human Resources Manager, Client Services Manager, and General Manager.

Each role expanded her responsibilities and deepened her involvement in decisions that shaped

both operational direction and workforce priorities. Her work reflects steady communication,

thoughtful judgment, and a genuine interest in the people she supports. She brings an approach that

strengthens organizational alignment, reinforces sound decision-making, and reflects a level of

attentiveness that helps teams operate with confidence and purpose.
 

“With Lori taking on the role of Harvard market president, she brings leadership experience and

passion to serve our community. She understands the expectations of this market and the

responsibility that comes with leading it. As a Harvard native, she also brings a genuine connection

to the community and the people who rely on us. I’m pleased to welcome her into this role and

confident that she will continue supporting the market’s progress,” said Verne Sisson, former

Harvard Market President at Sauk Valley Bank.
 

As Market President, Lori will oversee local operations, strengthen community relationships, and

support business development across the Harvard market. She will focus on delivering high-quality

service, supporting organizational growth initiatives, and fostering meaningful engagement with

clients and community partners.
 

Lori holds a Bachelor of Arts from Valparaiso University and has been recognized for her leadership

through selection to the Express Employment Professionals Leadership Academy. She is also an

active member of the Society for Human Resource Management and Stateline SHRM as the

Community Outreach Director and on the board of directors at CASA of McHenry County.About Sauk Valley Bank

Sauk Valley Bank (SVB) is a locally owned community financial institution committed to delivering

high-quality products and services. The bank offers a full range of solutions designed to meet

personal, commercial, and agricultural financial needs. Throughout its 25+ years of operation, Sauk

Valley Bank has continued to grow and expand its footprint. With multiple locations, the bank

proudly serves communities across Illinois and Wisconsin, including Sterling, Rock Falls, Dixon,

Harvard, Janesville, and Walworth. Sauk Valley Bank is a Member FDIC and Equal Housing

Lender.