Mr. Michael J. Croce, also known as Mike, has been Executive Vice President and the Director of Retail Banking at Stock Yards Bank & Trust Company since June 2014. During his tenure, he has overseen the rapid expansion of the retail branch network, growing from 35 offices in 2014 to 72 (and counting) in 2025. In addition, Mr. Croce oversees the Investment Services, Retail Lending, and Community Outreach and Engagement divisions of the bank. Mr. Croce joined Stock Yards in 2004 as Senior Vice President and Division Manager of Business Banking. He currently serves on the board for Hand in Hand Ministries and is a graduate of Bellarmine University for his undergrad and Webster University for his MBA.