Jeffrey-Scot Abel named branch manager at the Associated Bank in Oakdale

OAKDALE, Min. - June 12, 2012 - Jeffrey-Scot Abel has been named branch manager for the Associated Bank in Oakdale located at 7860 32nd St. He is responsible for managing the overall operations of the branch while directing activities to help maintain and develop business and consumer relationships. Most recently he was in Associated's bank manager trainee program. A graduate of Hamline University Abel brings nine years of banking experience to the position.

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 has more than 250 banking locations serving more than 150 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota. The company offers a full range of banking services and other financial products and services. 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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