Tim Kotnour
President & CEO
The best part of what I do?
I like solving problems for clients, colleagues and prospects. When I can help do that, good things tend to follow.
One of my favorite business solutions I've provided to a current customer?
I had the opportunity to provide Treasury Management reviews for some current clients. Using technology to bring the bank to them and helping them save money through automation, as well as making things go faster for their business, was a solution I was proud to show them.
When I am not helping clients – what do I do for fun?
Spend time with my family as well as golf and coach my kids' various sports teams.
Years in the industry:
30 years of serving commercial and small business clients.
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Mark Carpenter
Executive Vice President
Why do I do what I do?
I have always had an entrepreneurial spirit and I enjoy meeting true entrepreneurs and listening to their journey and what inspired them to become business owners. I consider it a privilege to work on their behalf and I seek to be a trusted advisor with all my customers.
The best part of what I do?
When customers refer to me as a partner and a trusted advisor.
One of my favorite business solutions I've provided to a current customer?
I lead a consortium of local banks with a funding project for the expansion of two separate facilities to the same borrower. My mortgaging recommendations led to lowered costs to the client as it only required one appraisal.
When I am not helping clients – what do I do for fun?
Spending quality time with my family, small home/construction projects, golfing and fishing.
Years in the industry:
34 years of Banking Experience, 30 years of Business Banking Experience.
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Jeff Kolstad
Market President
Why I do what I do?
I enjoy being around businesses and I am willing to listen to what my customers have to say. I enjoy the challenges of working with a variety of businesses.
The best part of what I do?
Developing a relationship with my customer that is built upon mutual respect and trust.
One of my favorite business solutions I've provided to a current customer?
Watching what comes from the opportunity to collaborate with my customers. I enjoy providing viable solutions to my customers, which in turn, allows them to choose an option that works best for their operation.
When I am not helping clients – what do I do for fun?
I enjoy traveling with my family, spending time in the outdoors and cheering for the Packers and Badgers. I also enjoy volunteering at my church, my community and at youth athletics.
Years in the industry:
30 years of serving clients in agriculture, commercial and small business lending.
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Colin Fleming
Vice President, Small Business Lending
Why I do what I do?
I like working with small business owners. It is exciting to see people working hard, developing new ideas and becoming successful. It is very rewarding to be a part of this process.
The best part of what I do?
Helping people grow their small businesses through small business banking solutions.
One of my favorite business solutions I've provided to a current customer?
Offering loan terms that benefit the borrower by improving cash flow and reducing interest expense. This allows our borrowers to better serve their customers by offering lower prices, more selection and better service.
When I am not helping clients – what do I do for fun?
Boating with my family and hunting with my two sons. I also enjoy coaching youth football.
Education/experience:
BS – University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Graduate School of Banking – University of Wisconsin Madison
Years in the industry:
20 years in banking in which 14 have been focused on small business lending.
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Dale Pertzborn
Vice President, Business Banking Solutions
Why I do what I do?
I grew up on a farm and have a strong agricultural background; I enjoy working with farmers, learning about their operations. My background and expertise in agriculture help me to relate to the challenges and financials needs of a farm operation.
One of my favorite business solutions I've provided to a current customer?
I developed a debt restructure to consolidate multiple debt obligations for a bank client; the result was a superior, simpler finance package for the client. The client is now able to have a stronger cash flow to meet the daily needs of running a business as well as meet the long term goals of the operation.
When I am not helping clients – what do I do for fun?
I enjoy running, bicycling, my Harley Davidson, sports activities and spending time with family.
Education/experience:
BS – UW-Platteville, Animal Science
MS – UW-Madison, Dairy Science
Graduate School of Banking, UW-Madison
Years in the industry:
27 years in agricultural and commercial lending.
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Tim Willenbring
Vice President, Business Banking
Why I do what I do?
Growing up in a family that ran a small business I know the hard work and dedication it takes to make a business a success. As a commercial lender, I enjoy being a small part of the team that helps my customers succeed and their businesses to thrive.
One of my favorite business solutions I've provided to a current customer?
Anytime you can remedy a problem a business is experiencing when it comes to the "banking side" of their business it gives a greater sense of satisfaction. Business owners are pulled in many directions and I enjoy making the banking aspect as pain free as possible so they can concentrate on running their business.
When I am not helping clients – what do I do for fun?
I enjoy spending time with family on the river, helping coach kids sporting teams and cheering on the Wisconsin Badgers.
Education/experience:
BS – UW – Eau Claire
Years in the industry:
14 in commercial lending, 7 in La Crosse market.
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Sandy Steele
Assistant Vice President & Treasury Management Officer
Why do you do what you do?
I enjoy working with the different people and getting to know them. I enjoy the challenges that the different businesses have.
What is the best part of what you do?
Getting to know the customers and working with them.
One of your favorite solutions you have provided to a current customer or associate? And What did it mean to them or their business?
I enjoy helping our customers save time and money. I also like to make sure that our customers are using the services that we offer to keep them safe and make their jobs more efficient.
When you are not helping clients – what do you do for fun?
I enjoy spending time with my whole family. I enjoy being outdoors, gardening, and having campfires.
Years in the industry:
30 years in banking. Deposit Services Manager /Supervisor for the past 11 years.
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Teri Marg
Relationship Coordinator, Business Banking
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Andrea Nerby
Relationship Coordinator, Business Banking
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