The board of directors of Bank of the Plains is announcing that long-time bank executive Gene Dikeman, will retire from Bank of the Plains effective Jan. 1, 2026. After a nearly 50-year banking career, Dikeman will continue to serve on the Bank’s board of directors, ensuring a seamless transition and ongoing institutional leadership.
The Bank’s board has named Tina Call, formerly President of Bank of the Plains, to become President & CEO. Gene Dikeman will step into an Executive Vice President role until his retirement in January 2026.
“In August of 2013 I joined the bank with an agreed-upon strategy of serving more Kansas communities,” said Dikeman. “That vision, approved by a strong board of directors and executed by a dedicated senior management team, allowed the bank to successfully deliver the strategy in a safe and sound way. We grew the bank from two locations to nine, and from $125 million to $440 million in assets. I am confident the team at Bank of the Plains will continue to take care of its customers and be a strong advocate for Kansas banking.”
Dikeman, a Kansas native raised on a rural farm near Syracuse, earned his business law degree from Kansas State University and began his career in agricultural lending. Over the years he has served in multiple leadership roles in bank management and industry advocacy, including as Chairman of the Kansas Bankers Association in 2024-25.
“Under Gene’s leadership, Bank of the Plains has grown to serve many more customers and communities in Kansas,” said the Bank’s Board Chair, Dan Clawson. “We thank Gene for his lifetime of service in banking and look forward to his continuing contributions as a board member.”
Tina Call has served as President of Bank of the Plains since January 1, 2025. She brings extensive experience in banking, risk management, business and agricultural lending, and operational management. In her role as President & CEO, she will continue to focus on advancing the bank’s strategic priorities and culture. The board is confident that Tina’s leadership will sustain and build on the Bank’s mission and legacy.
“I am excited to be back in this role at a true community-focused bank, and I am honored to carry forward the mission of the Bank of the Plains,” said Call. “I look forward to continuing to work with and build our talented team, as well as strategizing with our board and delivering exceptional service and support to the communities we serve.”
About Bank of the Plains
Bank of the Plains is a Kansas state-chartered community bank with nine branch locations across the state. It offers a full range of modern banking and financial services to consumers, businesses and agricultural customers, with a focus on local decision-making and deep community involvement.