On March 31, 2020, First Busey Corporation announced that Lynette Strode will be appointed as its principal accounting officer, effective as of March 31, 2020. In addition to her new role, Mrs. Strode will continue to serve as Senior Vice President, Director of Investor, Board & Management Reporting of the company. Mrs. Strode joined First Busey in 2008 and has held several positions with increasing responsibility in Finance.