Northwest Bank will be closed on Monday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day. You can access your banking through your online or mobile banking app. Transactions that take place on Monday will be processed on Tuesday, November 12th. Thank you!
Our drive-up at 101 W. Adams Street will be closed November 4-8 due to construction. Please visit our other Creston location or Afton for your banking needs. For access to Safe Deposit Boxes, call 641.782.5599. Thank you!
Adam joined the Northwest Bank team in 2019 and is responsible for developing and servicing the banking needs of commercial businesses. He works with businesses of all sizes and has a passion for helping businesses meet their growth and development goals. Adam has volunteered with the United Way of Siouxland for many years and has been an Ambassador for the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce since 2014. He and his wife are small business owners themselves and he is passionate about seeing Siouxland grow.
Adam Wright began his banking career in 2011 and truly believes in the mission statement of Northwest Bank - Building Relationships and Exceeding Expectations. Adam enjoys getting to know our customers and providing them a positive banking experience. He is proud of the relationships he has built and looks forward to developing new ones. Beyond his banking role, Adam is actively engaged in community betterment initiatives, serving on the boards of the Shenandoah Public Library, Shenandoah Medical Center Foundation, and the Shenandoah Chamber and Industry Association. Additionally, he gives his time and expertise as a middle school and high school coach.
Amanda began her career in banking in 2005, where she started in Bank Operations. She then worked her way over to the loan department as a Loan Administrator and Loan Officer. In 2016, Amanda joined the Northwest Bank team in Shenandoah, where she currently works in Ag/Commercial Lending and Loan Administration. Amanda graduated from Iowa State University in 1998, with a double major in Ag Business and Horticulture. She continues to develop relationships, solve problems, and help others take advantage of the opportunities available to them. Amanda is passionate about Agriculture and the importance of the family farm. She is the fourth generation of her family to grow up on their farm. In school she was active and FFA and 4-H. Amanda continues her involvement in these programs, currently serving as a 4-H leader and President of the Fremont County 4-H Youth Committee. She also serves as Treasurer for the Fremont County Extension Council, President of Charles Hockenberry Foundation, and Secretary/Treasurer for the Greater Shenandoah Foundation.
Andy Reed specializes in Commercial Lending and has been in the financial industry for over 14 years. Andy is responsible for new business development, promoting Northwest Bank's products and services, and serving existing customers while fostering long-term relationships. Andy attended Iowa State University and Buena Vista University graduating with a double bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Finance. Andy resides in Humboldt and enjoys being involved in his community. He is past President and current board member of the Fort Dodge Noon Sertoma, Vice President of Head-Start, and volunteers with Chair of Lights at Kennedy. Andy is a U.S. Army Veteran having done tours in Bosnia and Kosovo. Andy understands the importance of a community bank and provides a high quality of service which reflects Northwest Bank's mission statement: Building Relationships, Exceeding Expectations.
Proudly born and raised in Creston, Austin Berry specializes in Commercial and Agricultural banking. In 2010, he earned his degree from Iowa State University and in 2013, joined Northwest Bank in Creston as a Credit Analyst. Since then, he has grown in his career and has been able to build and develop relationships with our Ag and Commercial customers. Austin is actively involved in the community. He proudly serves on the board for the High Lakes Outdoor Alliance, a local group dedicated to outdoor recreation in Union County. Additionally, Austin is a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus. In his spare time, he also enjoys coaching little league, fostering teamwork and sportsmanship among young athletes.
Brad Cave, Commercial Banker, AVP, is responsible for managing and developing an agriculture loan portfolio as well as handling new account development to include customer deposit and loan servicing. With a degree in Ag Business and Business Administration from Northwestern College, Cave has previous experience in banking, along with crop insurance and field marketing.
Brenda has over 40 years of financial services experience. Her responsibilities include production of all business banking products such as business operating lines of credit, business equipment loans, small business loans and commercial real estate in the Omaha market. Additional services include commercial deposit accounts and electronic banking services. Brenda is actively involved in the community and attends Westside Community Church.
Brent Plantage, Vice President, Commercial Banker, manages a loan portfolio consisting of commercial real estate and operating loans. Brent is also responsible for marketing bank services to existing and potential commercial clients. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business and History from Morningside. Brent also graduated from the Graduate School of Banking in Boulder, CO, completed the Iowa Bankers Association Commercial Lending School and has completed a number of other banking seminars. Plantage is a volunteer with United Way and has served in various capacities with the organization the past ten years.
Cara graduated from Iowa State University and is responsible for developing and managing commercial businesses to help meet their banking needs. She currently serves on the board of Central Iowa RMA, is Chair for the RMA Young Professional Committee and is actively involved in Teach Children to Save. Cara enjoys volunteering in the Des Moines community including coaching youth athletics and Habitat for Humanity.
Carson Farmer specializes in Commercial and Agricultural banking. He has been with Northwest Bank since graduating from the University of Iowa in 2017. Since that time, he has grown his career through his Underwriting and Risk Management roles, assisting lenders with commercial relationships, and interpreting the numbers that go into major loan decisions. Carson enjoys building and developing relationships with business owners as well as assisting entrepreneurs who are in the pursuit of their business ownership. His background in credit, risk management, and finance helps Carson have valuable conversations with borrowers about their existing business needs as well as identify new opportunities to help them reach their financial goals. Carson enjoys being active in the community through volunteering as a coach with Northwest Iowa Soccer Club and assistant coaching for Spencer High School.
Chad Schuiteman, President, is responsible for team development, coordinating bank involvement with the community, and being responsible for developing and servicing agriculture and commercial businesses to help meet their banking needs. Schuiteman began his career with Northwest Bank in 2015 and most recently served as Ag/Commercial Banker in Sioux Center. Chad has expertise in areas of agricultural and commercial banking with personal experience in agricultural business. Schuiteman is a graduate of Northwestern College with a degree in Ag Business. His education and insights have helped many of our customers meet their financial goals. Chad resides in Sioux Center and is looking forward to becoming involved in the community. He is involved in the Sioux Center FFA Alumni board and also with the Sioux Center Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Committee.
Clay has over 15 years of financial services experience. His responsibilities include production of all business banking products such as business operating lines of credit, business equipment loans, small business loans and commercial real estate in the in the Omaha market. Additional services include commercial deposit accounts and electronic banking services.
Corey Matson specializes in Commercial and Agricultural lending and has been with Northwest Bank since 2009. Corey grew up on a farm in North Central Iowa and moved to Humboldt in 2000 after graduating from the University of Northern Iowa. He has been active in the community throughout his years in Humboldt. Currently, he is on the Humboldt Community School Foundation and the treasurer for The Humboldt County Community Foundation . He is a member and past officer of the Humboldt Rotary Club, a member of Humboldt County planning and zoning board and a long-time assistant coach for the Humboldt High School football team.
As an active community banker, Curt currently serves as a Dickinson County Soil and Water Commissioner and previously served on the Dickinson County Extension Council. He has been a past 4-H leader for 13 years and was inducted into the 4-H Hall of Fame in 2002. Curt and his family reside on a 3rd generation farm outside of Superior and are active members of St. Mary’s parish in Spirit Lake where he is a 4th degree Knights of Columbus.
With over two decades of experience, Dan Weiss is an Agricultural and Commercial Lender dedicated to serving the financial needs of the community since 2004. Dan specializes in building meaningful relationships with his customers, working alongside them to navigate the complexities of agricultural financing, and helping them achieve their business goals. A proud graduate of Iowa State University, Dan holds a degree in Agricultural Studies with a minor in Agronomy. Beyond his role in banking, Dan is deeply committed to giving back to the community. He currently serves on the Corner Counties Early Child Development Board. Additionally, Dan actively contributes his time and expertise as a board member for the Page County Cattlemen, serves as an e-mentor for the Shenandoah Community Schools, and has played a vital role in shaping the mentoring programs as a board member for MAY Mentoring.
Dan DeBoest, Regional President, is responsible for the management and overall performance in the Sioux City market. With exceptional experience in commercial lending, DeBoest also specializes in customer initiatives and team coaching. As a graduate of Iowa State University, he holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance. DeBoest also enjoys participating in civic organizations and networking activities and has been involved with the United Way, Chamber of Commerce and development corporations.
Dan Waigand, Bank President in Creston, has over 14 years of experience in banking. Dan prides himself in his ability to form close relationships with his clients and enjoys finding solutions to his customer’s needs. Prior to joining Northwest Bank, he served as Senior Loan Officer for First National Bank in Creston. He is a graduate of Iowa State University with a major in Agricultural Business with an emphasis in finance. Dan has been active within the Creston community since 2010. Currently he is an executive member of the Union County Development Association and a member of the Union County National Resources Conservation Board. He has also served on the Iowa Banker’s Ag Committee.
DJ Wingert joined the Northwest Bank Team in 2020, with a background in retail management and sales, paired with a bachelor's degree from Morningside University. DJ appreciates her ability to perform many responsibilities including new business development and promoting our diverse products and services. In her free time, she loves networking, sporting events, and spending time with friends and family.
Doug Berte specializes in Agricultural Banking. As a community banker, Doug provides a unique experience to Northwest Bank customers by offering solutions and exceptional service to meet their financial needs. Doug believes that getting involved where you live and work proves high yields for both the community and local agricultural business. Doug is a member of the Humboldt County Development Association, Humboldt county Community Foundation and the St. Mary's School Board. He has also served on the Iowa Banker's Ag Committee.
With a career that spans over 25 years, Doug has wide range of banking and management experience that includes retail, business banking, agricultural and commercial lending, and treasury management. Doug is an Iowa native and was raised on a west central Iowa farm. He resides in Ames with his wife, Tina and their twin sons, Carson, and Caleb. He is a 1995 graduate of Iowa State University and a three-year football letter winner and member of the 1994 Academic All-Big 8 team. He is also a 2008 graduate of the University of Wisconsin Graduate School of Banking. Doug is active in and dedicated to the Ames and Story County community. He has served on the United Way of Story County Board of Directors, Gilbert Education Foundation board, Cyclone Gridiron Club board and was treasurer of ASSET. Many hours have also been spent coaching youth sports teams over the years. He also was an appointed commissioner for the Ames Planning and Zoning Commission. Currently, Doug is on the boards of the Boys and Girls Club of Story County, Ames Economic Development Commission, and Ames Chamber of Commerce. He is also a member of the Ames Noon Rotary Club and is a Paul Harris Fellow.
Eric Walhof, Regional President, has the responsibility of overseeing our Sioux Center, Le Mars, Spencer, Milford, Arnolds Park, Spirit Lake, and Estherville locations and their Market Leaders. His role supports the bank’s mission of providing progressive banking services to its customer base. Eric combines his passion of mentoring customers and employees with building a solid loan portfolio. With over 25 years of banking experience in agricultural, commercial banking and team management, Eric shares his expertise in all aspects of community banking. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Dordt College. He also serves on the Sioux Center Health Foundation, Sioux Center Planning and Zoning Committee, ATLAS of Sioux Center, he is a member of Kiwanis and is involved with several other community entities. Eric is deeply committed to strengthening the communities that Northwest Bank serves and to support our bankers as they grow their careers.
Jacob has been with Northwest Bank since 2017 and recently moved into his new role after completing the Manager Trainee program and was previously a loan portfolio manager with Northwest Bank. He graduated from Dordt University where he received his Agricultural Business degree and minor in Economics. Jacob currently serves on the Special Youth Challenge board, Spencer Community Theatre board and the GACO board. He is also apart of the Clay County Ag Committee. Jacob is actively involved with Spencer Jaycees, Grand Avenue Community Outreach and is a member at Riverside Church and Ignite Youth Ministries.
James Ramsey
Commercial Banker, SVP
5700 University Avenue, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
James Ramsey, Vice President and Commercial Lender brings over 25 years of financial services experience to the Northwest Bank team and specializes in growing and managing Commercial and Business banking relationships. James’ banking background includes Chief Credit Officer, Senior Lender and former bank examiner. James is a member of one of Des Moines’ oldest breakfast clubs, The Morning Club. He also serves in other community organizations such as Ankeny Rotary and the Ankeny Economic Development Committee.
Jed has been with Northwest Bank for more than 18 years and over 27 years in the banking industry. He brings significant banking experience in retail, mortgage, commercial lending, loan collections and bank management. He is a 2006 graduate of the University of Wisconsin’s Graduate School of Banking. He and his family have lived in Spirit Lake for 18 years where he is deeply involved in the community as a member of Kiwanis, Immanuel Lutheran Church, and is involved with the Dickinson County Industrial Development Board along with other community organizations.
Jesse has been serving the Mid-Market Commercial Banking industry for almost 15 years. His responsibilities include managing loan participations purchased and sold for Northwest Bank along with production of direct Mid-Market relationships throughout Northwest Bank’s footprint. He is a graduate of the Graduate School of Banking in Colorado and is actively involved in his community.
Jill Thielen
Regional Senior Lender, EVP
5700 University Avenue, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Jill Thielen brings 26 years of financial services experience and expertise to Northwest Bank. Jill serves on the Board of the Faith Formation Council at St. Mary’s of Nazareth and is involved with the Johnston and West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce.
John Ueltschy, specializes in Commercial and Ag lending. He has been in banking since 2005 in the Fort Dodge area. John joined Northwest Bank in 2009 as a mortgage banker. Since that time he has grown his career in areas of commercial analysist and Commercial and Agricultural lending. John graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in finance. John is active in the community; he is currently treasurer of Fort Dodge Noon Sertoma and was previously president and chairman of this organization. He also serves as an advisory board member for Iowa Central Community College’s Associate of Professional Studies degree in Business. John has also been involved with the Twin Rivers Habitat for Humanity.
John Taets truly believes in the mission statement of Northwest Bank - Building Relationships and Exceeding Expectations. With over 40 years of financial services experience, John shares his expertise in all aspects of community banking. Prior to joining Northwest Bank, John served as an Ag Lender for Farmers State Bank in Jesup Iowa, Farm Credit Services in Rochester Minnesota and past President of Wells Fargo Bank in Fort Dodge, Iowa. He currently serves as a board member for Unity Point Health System. He has severed as past President for Fort Dodge Catholic Schools, Fort Dodge and Webster County Development Corporation and Trinity Regional Hospital Foundation. He has served the boards of Greater Fort Dodge Area Chamber of Commerce as an Ambassador, Friendship Haven Foundation board member, Unity Point Health Fort Dodge as board chair and the Iowa College Foundation co-chair for Webster County. John is also a current member of Rotary International.
Justin is originally from the Saint Cloud, Minnesota area and attended college at Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato, graduating with a degree in Business Communication. He started his career in banking in 2004 as an intern and has since held various positions in underwriting, consumer/commercial lending and was most recently Senior Lending Officer. Justin is a proud 2015 graduate of the Graduate School of Banking UW-Madison. He is an avid Minnesota Vikings fan and enjoys riding his motorcycle as often as he can. He and his wife, Emily, moved to Algona with their daughter Shay in 2021. He looks forward to promoting Northwest Bank services to strengthen and develop customer relationships while becoming a community leader.
Katey has over 15 years of real estate and financial service experience. Her responsibilities include production of all business banking products such as equipment financing, business lines of credit, commercial real estate and development loans, small business 7A and 504 lending. Additional services include commercial deposit accounts and electronic banking services. Katey is active in the community as a former director of CREW Omaha and volunteer with P4K.
Kelly brings over 17 years of commercial lending and relationship management to Northwest Bank. He is confident that you as a business owner will like his consultative approach to commercial banking. Allow him to invest time in your business to prove how his resources can benefit you. Areas of specialty include working capital lines of credit, real estate loans and equipment facilities.
Kelly is a Small Business Association Facilitator, participation in Boots to Business, and a SCORE Mentor. He is a volunteer Hastings College Alumni Mentor, RMA member, Sons of the American Legion, Nebraska Bankers Association member and a member of the Association of Corporate Growth.
Born and raised on a family farm near Sheldon Iowa, Kent returns to Northwest Iowa following a 30-year financial services career in Minneapolis, MN. In his current role as an Ag/Commercial Banker, he is focused on serving needs and delivering solutions to agriculture and commercial businesses. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Northern Iowa, and a Master of Business Administration in Finance from the University of St. Thomas. Kent along with his family look forward to engaging in the vibrant and growing Sioux Center community.
Kevin is very active in the community volunteering and serving on various non-profit boards and advisory committees including past chairmen of the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. Kevin is currently on the board of directors of the Midlands Community Foundation, CHI Health Midlands Hospital Community Board, Papillion La Vista Schools Teammates Mentor, Youth Frontiers Business Advisory Committee, Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce Past Chairman’s Council and former Board of Director of the Papillion/La Vista Teammates, University of Nebraska Alumni Foundation Champions Club and University of Nebraska Advisory Board Member of Sigma Chi Fraternity.
Kevin R. Eekhoff, Bank President, is responsible for the management of the Le Mars Market. Kevin has held management and leadership positions in banking throughout his 42+ years in banking. He is a graduate of the Wisconsin-Madison Graduate School of Banking and holds a Bachelor of Arts from Buena Vista University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of South Dakota. Eekhoff maintains professional affiliations with the Iowa Bankers Association and Siouxland Bankers Association. He is also involved in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Siouxland program as a Big and a Board Member, the Le Mars Business Improvement Committee, Le Mars Area Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Committee, the Floyd Valley Healthcare Foundation Board as Chairman and the Le Mars Lions Club.
Marcus Christensen
Commercial Banker, VP
5700 University Avenue, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Marcus is a graduate of Iowa State University and has been with Northwest Bank for 5+ years. He is responsible for developing and managing commercial business relationships to help them achieve their financial vision. He is and active member of the community as he is involved in Meals from the Heartland, Habitat for Humanity, and the United Way.
Matt Dutcher, Bank President, is a Fort Dodge native with over 20 years of experience in banking and finance. Matt prides himself in his ability to cultivate deep relationships with his clients. Prior to joining Northwest Bank, he served as Market President for Great Western Bank in Fort Dodge. He is a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa with a BA in Communication Studies and a minor in Business. Matt has been active within the Fort Dodge community since moving back to the area in January of 2010. Currently he is a board member on the Fort Dodge Betterment Foundation and the Development Corporation of Greater Fort Dodge. He was also a former Chair and Board Member of the Fort Dodge Housing Agency.
Nathaniel, was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona and eventually took a baseball scholarship at Central College in Pella, IA. He moved to Ames in 2018 and has called it home for the past six years. He brings 10 years of banking experience to the Northwest Bank team and is responsible for assisting our business customers with commercial lending, treasury management, and general banking needs. Nathaniel’s mission at Northwest Bank centers around meeting the needs of his business clients. He enjoys engaging with the community and volunteering his time with organizations across the Ames MSA. Nathaniel was the 2023 Ames Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the Year, a graduate of Leadership Ames Class 36, and currently serves on the Advisory Council for the Ames young professional organization, FUEL.
Nicole has 15 years of banking experience. She has worked with Northwest Bank since April of 2012, starting out as a Personal Banker. Gaining her Wealth Management license in 2013, she began adding value to her customers by offering wealth solutions as well. Since then Nicole has served as a manager in the Arnolds Park branch and is currently working as the Bank President for the Arnolds Park and Milford locations. Nicole’s role consists of developing and servicing commercial businesses with their banking needs and to support their business growth in addition to team development and coordinating bank involvement within the community.
Nicole graduated with honors from Buena Vista University in 2005 with a degree in Finance & Banking. She grew up in southwest Minnesota and has lived in Spirit Lake since 2008 with her husband Tom, their son Davis and daughter Charlee. Nicole is very dedicated to the Dickinson County’s Relay for Life organization as well as serving as President of the Spirit Lake Elementary School’s Partners in Education organization. She is very dedicated to her customers and their well-being and looks forward to seeing them succeed in both their personal and professional lives.
Growing up on the family farm, Pat Berte specializes in Agricultural and Commercial Lending. As your trusted Ag and Commercial Advisor, he will work closely with area farmers and businesses to provide resources and solutions to help their businesses succeed. Pat serves on the Board of Directors of the Kossuth County Economic Development Corporation, is a member of the Knights of Columbus and is a past member of the IBA’s Ag Committee.
Paul has an extensive background in Treasury Management at Northwest Bank. He also has experience in commercial lending and can help your business with equipment loans, lines of credit and commercial real estate loans. He is also a supporter of the community as the president of the board for Clay County Pheasants Forever, serves on the committee of Love Where You Live of Spencer, and is the president of Grace United Methodist Church Foundation Board.
Rachel Gordon, a seasoned professional in the banking industry with a decade of experience, currently serves as a Business Banking Assistant. Her role not only involves cultivating client relationships but also includes educating her customers to the best of her ability. Rachel earned her degree in Agribusiness Management from the University of Nebraska- NCTA, with a minor in agronomy. Since joining the Shenandoah team in 2014, she has been an integral part of the community, actively contributing as a member of the Ag Committee for the Shenandoah Chamber.
Ralph DiCesare
Commercial Banker, SVP
5700 University Avenue, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
With over 30 years of financial services experience, Ralph DiCesare specializes in construction / development lending at Northwest Bank and previously held the same position with Union Planters / Regions Bank. Ralph is involved with the Des Moines Homebuilders Association, is the Treasurer for St. Marys / Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Department, and coaches high school football for Martensdale – St. Marys Community Schools.
With 30+ years of financial services experience and an understanding of community banking, Richard specializes in building lasting retail and business relationships within the community. Prior to joining Northwest Bank, he was Bank President for First American Bank in Boca Raton and led a commercial banking team in Boca Raton, FL. Richard is deeply involved in the community and served on the Board of the Ankeny Community School Foundation in 2021 and 2022, is an active member of Ankeny Rotary, was treasurer for the Central Iowa Boy Scouts for 6.5 years, is a volunteer fundraiser for Ankeny Chamber, and a representative of Northwest Bank for the Ankeny Economic Development Corp. His past involvement includes board chair for both Living History Farms and Central Iowa Red Cross.
Ross is responsible for managing and developing relationships with local businesses in the Des Moines market. He is a graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in Finance and Accounting. Ross is an active member in the Des Moines community and is involved with Young Variety – The Children’s Charity as VP of Philanthropy, and the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and Ankeny Chamber of Commerce.
Sharon Hotz specializes in Agricultural and Commercial loans and focuses on Commercial Deposits and Treasury Management Services. Sharon is passionate about developing relationships with business owners and farmers with her top priority as helping her clients achieve their financial goals. As an active community member, Sharon serves as Vice President of Fort Dodge Kiwanis, Board Member of Character Counts of Fort Dodge, Advisory Board Member for FD Butler School, and has served as Past President and Treasurer of Humboldt County Jaycees. She is also actively involved as a volunteer for the Webster County 4-H organization.
Sid Bodholdt specializes in Agricultural lending and has been an agricultural lender in the Fort Dodge market since 1991. Sid enjoys building relationships with customers to help them succeed. He is a graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in Agricultural Business. Sid has been active in the community throughout his years in banking. Currently, he is a mentor for the Fort Dodge public school system and member of the 1st Presbyterian Church Foundation Board. He is a past president of the Webster County 4H foundation, past president of the Fort Dodge Chamber of commerce Ag relations committee, past officer of the Sertoma Sundowners, former member of the Webster County Extension Council and the Webster County Fairboard.
With roots in banking since 1998, Staci Heaberlin has had an active presence in the Afton market since 2009. Staci specializes in Management and Agricultural Lending where she welcomes the opportunity to engage one-on-one with our customers to understand their unique needs. She truly appreciates the relationships that have been built and works to continue to exceed expectations with our customers. Beyond banking, Staci is deeply involved in the Clarke and Union County communities. She currently lends her expertise to various organizations, including the Clarke County Zoning Board, Southwestern Community College Ag. Advisory Committee, FFA Advisory Committee, Afton Community Club, and she’s had the honor of serving as the past President of the Murray Community School Board.
Tim brings over15 years of banking experience in a variety of capacities and focuses on agricultural and commercial banking. He is responsible for developing and servicing commercial businesses to help meet their banking needs while supporting their business growth and development goals. He graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Finance and a minor in accounting. He is enrolled at the University of Wisconsin Graduate School of banking and will graduate in August 2024. Tim currently serves as treasurer for the Mid-Iowa Fellowship of Christian Athletes board, and coaches youth football and basketball. In the past he has served on the Gilbert Education Foundation board and United Way Analysis of Social Services Team. Tim resides in the Ames area with his wife and four children.