VR-Bank NordRhöhn eG celebrates 165 years with record growth and new leadership
VR-Bank NordRhöhn eG held its 165th General Representatives’ Meeting on Tuesday at the Kolpinghaus Municipal Hall in Hünfeld. The event brought together around 300 attendees, including delegates, cooperative partners, and employees to review the bank’s progress and future plans. The meeting began with a review of the bank’s 2025 financial performance. Its balance sheet total grew by €67 million, a 4.3% increase from the previous year. Lending and deposit activities also expanded, surpassing internal targets in multiple areas.
Delegates approved changes to the bank’s articles of association and electoral regulations. Elections for the supervisory board followed, with Rudolf Engel, Frank Wiegand, Thomas Ziegler, and Silvio Lieber either re-elected or newly appointed. The assembly also formally discharged the Executive and Supervisory Boards from liability for the past financial year. Membership numbers rose by 360 in 2025, bringing the total to 22,563. To strengthen its public image, the bank broadened its social media presence to include Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. The goal is to position itself as a modern, approachable, and competent institution for the region.
The meeting concluded with a focus on the bank’s growth in both financial performance and member engagement. With updated governance rules and a refreshed supervisory board, VR-Bank NordRhöhn eG aims to continue its expansion while reinforcing its connection to the local community.
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