Anthony Wilhelms takes new role at Associated Bank

OSHKOSH, Wis. - September 19, 2012 - Anthony Wilhelms has been hired as a private banking relationship manager for Associated Private Client Services. In this role he works closely with high net worth individuals, helping them manage their finances by providing customized depository, lending, investment and risk management services. He previously worked with JP Morgan Chase Bank. Wilhelms is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee where he earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees. He recently completed the exam requirements for the Chartered Financial Analyst® designation, and in May was recognized by the Appleton Post-Crescent as one of its "Future 15." Wilhelms' office is located at 444 N. Sawyer St., Oshkosh.

ABOUT ASSOCIATED BANC-CORP
Associated Banc-Corp (NASDAQ: ASBC) has total assets of $22 billion and is one of the top 50 financial services holding companies operating in the United States. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Associated is a leading Midwest banking franchise, offering a full range of financial products and services through more than 250 banking locations serving more than 150 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota, and commercial financial services in Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio and Texas. Associated Bank, N.A. is an Equal Housing Lender, Equal Opportunity Lender and Member FDIC. More information about Associated Banc-Corp is available at www.associatedbank.com.

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