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When looking back on your banking career, what achievement are you most proud of and why?
I am proud of how far I have come since starting at F&M Bank. I started as an intern/Customer Service Representative in one of our locations I wasn’t very familiar with. After I finished college, I progressed by mortgage underwriting in my home location, Manchester. Since then, I have assisted with leading our CSR team, data processing, and loan processing. I am now learning directly from our Commercial Bankers and Market Presidents, which is what I aspire to be. I’m proud of never losing sight of my goal and trusting the process along the way.
What piece of advice would you give to your past self or to anyone considering a career in banking?
Explore as many areas of the bank as you can and learn as much as possible. You don’t have to know it all, and you will benefit most from being able to connect with others who have more experience and knowledge of those areas!
What is your best elevator pitch for why banking is a great career?
Banking offers a range of areas suitable for those with all different types of personalities and skills. It is an ever-evolving industry that pushes continuous learning and connection with those inside and outside of the bank. No two days are ever the same. Community bankers make clients feel valued and have deep relationships with their clientele. It is truly an honor.
How does getting involved with the Iowa Bankers Association help you and your bank?
The IBA has presented me with many unique opportunities and connected me with peers who have offered a substantial amount of support for my banking career. Our bank relies on the schools and seminars the IBA puts on for further education for our team members in every area of the bank.
When you’re not at work, what do you like to do most?
I love to water ski and spend time on Lake Delhi with my family and friends! I am the Treasurer of The Hartwick Huskys Water Ski Team, based out of Manchester. We perform a ski show every summer for our local community and compete across the Midwest for regional and national titles.
What is a quote or guiding principle you live by?
“You don’t climb the corporate ladder, you build one.” – Unknown