First Midwest Bank president and COO Mark Sander said "His extensive retail banking experience is certain to enhance our strong core retail business. His leadership skills and background will be of great value as we look to grow and expand our retail platform and market presence."

As executive vice president and director of retail banking, Prame will oversee First Midwest’s extensive retail bank network with some 100 branches.

He will also manage the enhancement, expansion and future development of the bank’s retail platform, such as sales, products and service delivery over and above strategy development to advance Internet and mobile banking capabilities.

Before accepting the current position, Prame served in senior level retail bank positions with Citigroup, Fifth Third and most recently with RBS Citizens in Boston.

First Midwest Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of First Midwest Bancorp manages $8bn in assets and offers services pertaining to retail banking and wealth management.