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  • Brett Guy
    Commercial Banker
    5700 University Avenue, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Office: 515.974.4400
    Direct: 515.223.2217
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  • James Ramsey
    Commercial Banker, SVP
    5700 University Avenue, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Direct: 515.223.2228
    Cell: 515.402.3332
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    James Ramsey

    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.

  • Jill Thielen
    Regional Senior Lender, EVP
    5700 University Avenue, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Direct: 515.327.5104
    Cell: 515.865.2001
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    Jill Thielen

    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. 

  • Marcus Christensen
    Commercial Banker, VP
    5700 University Avenue, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    515.327.5111
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    Marcus Christensen
    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. 
  • Ralph DiCesare
    Commercial Banker, SVP
    5700 University Avenue, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Direct: 515.327.5105
    Cell: 515.979.9005
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    Ralph DiCesare

    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.

  • Ross Taets
    Business Banking Manager, VP
    5700 University Avenue, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Direct: 515.223.2211
    Cell: 515.336.1296
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    Ross Taets

    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.

    Check Out Ross's Podcast Episode: "Road to Business Ownership"

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