Mark Lounsbury Named Chair of RG BANK Board of Directors

Lounsbury was born and raised in Monte Vista and has spent most of his life in the community. Since 2000, he has served as the General Manager of Grower Shipper Potato Company, one of the largest shippers of potatoes in the San Luis Valley. Grower Shipper has evolved into one of the leaders in technology, utilizing electronic sorting and most recently adding robots to their production line, allowing them to remain at the forefront of an incredibly competitive industry.

“I would like to thank each board member for everything they have done and will continue to do for RG BANK as well as each other and myself,” commented Lounsbury. “I am very honored and thankful to have been charged with the position of Chair and the responsibility that comes with it.”

Lounsbury attended University of Northern Colorado and Adams State University. He served on the Stampede Committee for 16 years, the Monte Vista Volunteer Fire Department for 10 years, and was a Board Member for the Colorado State Fair Foundation. Lounsbury is married to Gigi Dennis-Lounsbury and they reside just outside of Monte Vista.