Rhein hired as senior branch manager at Associated Bank-Wausau

WAUSAU, WIS.-June 14, 2011-Rich Rhein has been hired as senior branch manager at the Associated Bank located at 303 S First Ave., Wausau.

Rhein is responsible for the daily operations of the branch and ensuring excellent customer service as well as managing and building the bank's relationships with businesses and individuals. He brings 14 years of banking experience to the position.

Associated Banc-Corp (NASDAQ: ASBC) is one of the top 50 financial services holding companies operating in the United States. At March 31, 2011, Associated had total assets of $21 billion.  Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Associated has approximately 270 banking locations serving more than 150 communities in Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota. The company offers a full range of banking services and other financial products and services. More information about Associated Banc-Corp is available at www.associatedbank.com.

Contact: Jennifer Kaminski
Vice President
Public Relations Manager
920.431.8894 PHONE
jennifer.kaminski@associatedbank.com