First Internet Bank Welcomes Blake Sanderson as Commercial Real Estate Leader

By: First Internet Bank via Business Wire

March 04, 2025 at 09:31 AM EST

First Internet Bank today announced that J. Blake Sanderson has joined the organization as First Vice President, Commercial Real Estate Acquisition, Development and Construction. In this position, he will work to further expand relationships and a portfolio currently exceeding $1 billion in commitments. Mr. Sanderson succeeds Nick Campbell, who has been elevated to the role of Senior Credit Officer, assuming responsibility for the bank’s commercial credit administration.

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Blake Sanderson, First Internet Bank First Vice President, Commercial Real Estate Acquisition (Photo: First Internet Bank)

“Blake offers a wealth of commercial lending expertise,” said David Becker, First Internet Bank Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “His credit knowledge and ability to build mutually beneficial relationships made him the ideal choice to lead our team.”

Mr. Sanderson brings nearly 30 years of commercial banking experience to First Internet Bank, including roles with STAR Financial Bank, Centier Bank, First Indiana Bank and Ameriana Bank. He received a Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Financial Management from Ball State University and a Master of Business Administration degree from University of Indianapolis.

Mr. Sanderson noted, “First Internet Bank has developed a reputation for being responsive and collaborative in its ADC lending. I look forward to working with the team to create financial solutions for new and existing clients.”

For more information about First Internet Bank, please visit firstib.com.

About First Internet Bank

First Internet Bank opened for business in 1999 as an industry pioneer in the branchless delivery of banking services. With assets of $5.7 Billion as of December 31, 2024, the Bank provides consumer and small business deposits, consumer loans and specialty finance services nationally. The Bank also offers commercial real estate loans, commercial and industrial loans, SBA financing and treasury management services. Additional information about the Bank, including its products and services, is available at firstib.com. The Bank is a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Internet Bancorp (Nasdaq: INBK). First Internet Bank is a Member FDIC.