Michigan City, IN – Chasidy Garner, Horizon Bank’s Vice President, District Manager, is pleased to announce Melissa Henson as the new Branch Manager of the Valparaiso, Lincolnway location.

Henson brings sixteen years of banking experience to her new role at Horizon. She began her career as a teller, and worked her way up to a Customer Service Representative. Later, Henson transitioned to an Assistant Manager and soon earned the role of Branch Manager.

Henson is a Cum Laude graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University. Throughout her career, she has earned various awards and achievements including a certificate for Foundations of Management, an Excellence Award, and Certificate of Achievement for her promotion to Assistant Vice President.

Henson has been an active member in her community, previously volunteering with organizations including Meals on Wheels, Habitat for Humanity and Junior Achievement. Additionally, she was a Board Member and Chairperson for the Demotte Chamber of Commerce.

In her new role, Henson will oversee retail operations along with managing the sales and service of the branch.  She looks forward to serving and being involved in the community as she begins her career with Horizon.

About Horizon Bancorp, Inc.

Celebrating 150 years, Horizon Bancorp, Inc. is an independent, commercial bank holding company serving Indiana and Michigan through its commercial banking subsidiary, Horizon Bank. Horizon Bancorp, Inc. may be reached online at www.horizonbank.com. Its common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol HBNC

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