Peoples Bank in Lawrence has a new leader.

Maley Wilkins, having served as vice president for the bank’s Lawrence locations, recently was promoted to president for the Lawrence market. She replaces Todd Harris, who resigned to pursue other interests.

Wilkins joined Peoples in 1997 and is a former member of the Lawrence school board.

“She brings a wealth of banking experience, including several years with Peoples. Her leadership qualities are second to none,” said Wint Winter Jr., chief executive officer of Peoples Bank.

Peoples Bank has nine locations in northeast Kansas and four in New Mexico.