Board of Directors & Senior Management

Meet Our Board of Directors

Our devotion to serving the community and driving impactful change is at the core of everything we do at ChoiceOne Bank.

We understand that a community requires a board that comprehends all aspects of what makes it thrive. With over 100 years of calling Michigan home, we strive to provide all the financial services necessary for success. We are dedicated to keeping businesses local, strengthening our community, and bolstering our economy. Together, we can make a difference and create a brighter future. Read on to learn more about our Board of Directors and connect with their stories.

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Lee A. Braford

SVP, Chief Credit Officer

Senior Management

Meet Lee Braford - Lee began his career with ChoiceOne Bank in 1987 and spent the next seventeen years as a valuable member of our team. In 2001, he returned to ChoiceOne as Vice President of Business Development before advancing to his current roles in 2012. Mr. Braford enjoys staying active in the community and has served on the boards of the Sparta Community Foundation and Ravenna Baptist Church.

Meet Our Senior Management Team

ChoiceOne Bank is a local bank that believes in strengthening our community. That’s why we work to empower the people in our communities with personalized services, dedicated development efforts, and financing. But our mission doesn't stop there.

We have witnessed how positive change can transform a community, and it is our goal to be an ongoing instrument for that change. Get to know our team of experienced leaders who are dedicated to serving you and the entire state of Michigan.