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Shelly Strellner
Senior Vice President, Private Banking (NMLS 509190)
Downtown Main Bank
Shelly is Senior Vice President of Wealth Management and offers over 30 years of banking experience and extensive knowledge of the Cedar Rapids area. She has proven to be an invaluable partner through her exceptional and responsive client service. Her blend of banking know-how and dedication to personal service make her a valued and trusted banker. Shelly understands her clients’ financial objectives and strives to make them a reality.
Shelly is actively involved in the community. She serves the board of directors for Junior Achievement, and on committees for United Way and the American Heart Association.
Shelly is actively involved in the community. She serves the board of directors for Junior Achievement, and on committees for United Way and the American Heart Association.
Lori Tomasek
First Vice President, Private Banking (NMLS 458191)
Downtown Main Bank
In her role as First Vice President of Private Banking at Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, Lori is committed to delivering exceptional client service. With 30 years of banking experience within the Corridor, Lori has become a valued asset to both clients and the bank. Lori’s vast understanding of banking solutions allows her to collaborate with clients to reach their short- and long-term goals.
Lori is an active volunteer within the community. She currently serves on the Cedar Rapids Marathon Committee. She previously served Trees Forever board of directors and was Chair of the development committee. Lori also volunteered her time on United Way's Women United steering committee and events committee. Previously, Lori served as a member of the Go Red for Women Executive Leadership Team for 10 years and was a team captain for the Especially For you Race Against Breast Cancer.
Lori is an active volunteer within the community. She currently serves on the Cedar Rapids Marathon Committee. She previously served Trees Forever board of directors and was Chair of the development committee. Lori also volunteered her time on United Way's Women United steering committee and events committee. Previously, Lori served as a member of the Go Red for Women Executive Leadership Team for 10 years and was a team captain for the Especially For you Race Against Breast Cancer.
Janet Shepherd-Meier
Private Banking Relationship Manager (NMLS 2301645)
Downtown Main Bank
Janet serves as Private Banking Officer and offers over 30 years of experience helping individuals and businesses solve their needs. Janet is committed to delivering superior client service and offering her clients customized financial solutions.
Private Banking with Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust means convenience. We work with you to schedule meetings in the privacy of your office or home, either during or after business hours. A full range of banking, credit, mortgage, and wealth management services are available through one experienced Private Banking Officer.
Private Banking with Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust means convenience. We work with you to schedule meetings in the privacy of your office or home, either during or after business hours. A full range of banking, credit, mortgage, and wealth management services are available through one experienced Private Banking Officer.
Sarah Yilek
Vice President, Business Development, Private Banking and Business Banking
Downtown Main Bank
As Vice President, Business Development, Private Banking and Business Banking at Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, Sarah is responsible for creating financial roadmaps, advocating for client success, as well as building and nurturing client relationships. She joined Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust in 2026 with 30 years of banking experience. Sarah is committed to delivering superior client service and customized financial solutions. She is a 2023 graduate of Leadership for Five Seasons.
Sarah is an active volunteer within the community. She currently serves as Project SAFE CRCA (Cedar River Corridor Area) board secretary. She also volunteers on Project SAFE CRCA’s fundraising and events committee and Riverview Center’s internal affairs committee, where she previously served as a board member from 2018-2024. Additionally, Sarah has spent her time volunteering for United Way Day of Caring, Horizon’s Meals on Wheels, Junior Achievement, Ronald McDonald House, and for numerous other organizations.
Sarah is an active volunteer within the community. She currently serves as Project SAFE CRCA (Cedar River Corridor Area) board secretary. She also volunteers on Project SAFE CRCA’s fundraising and events committee and Riverview Center’s internal affairs committee, where she previously served as a board member from 2018-2024. Additionally, Sarah has spent her time volunteering for United Way Day of Caring, Horizon’s Meals on Wheels, Junior Achievement, Ronald McDonald House, and for numerous other organizations.