German American Bank, Jasper Executive Assistant, Evelyn Rivas, is this year’s recipient of the IBA Woman on The Rise Award.
Rivas was presented with the award at the Banking of Women Conference of the Indiana Banker’s Association in Indianapolis on November 21st.
Each year, the prestigious award recognizes a woman in emerging bank leadership who is community-active, achievement-oriented, and who contributes to team success.
Rivas joined German American Bank 8 years ago as a part-time employee while still in high school.
She continued work part-time while studying at Indiana University. After graduation, she was hired as a full-time member of the bank’s training and development team and was promoted to executive assistant last year.
Rivas is quite active in the community. She also holds leadership roles, with the Association of Latin Americans in Southern Indiana, the Latino Collaboration Table, the Vincennes University Jasper Foundation, the I.U. Center for Rural Engagement, the Dubois County Community Foundation grants committee, Dubois Strong board of directors and the Huntingburg Chamber of Commerce, among others. She also volunteers with Lincoln State Park and the Huntingburg Optimists.
Rivas is also a strong public speaker. Earlier this year, she was a panelist for a Building Confidence Workshop for High School students. A local newspaper covered the event, and described her candor in sharing the story of her transformation from a shy girl to a confident businesswoman, and shared the story of her parent’s journey as immigrants in search of a better life.
Rivas received enthusiastic award nominations from several community leaders, including: “She is someone that everyone wants to be part of their organization or team.” Additionally, Amber Van Til, president and CEO of the Indiana Bankers Association, said: “Evelyn Rivas is truly a Woman on the Rise. She is a talented banker, a loyal community servant, and she inspires others to rise to their best capabilities.”
