Hoosier Banker 15 “Then I met Wayne Capek. We had developed a friendship from meeting at a local church in Danville. Our children were similar ages. Our boys were in Scouts together, and we enjoyed similar interests like cycling. One day he was sharing how he and his business partner wanted to grow Floodplain Consultants in Indiana and beyond, and that his founding partner, Grant Walmoth, was willing to sell a stake of his ownership, if they could find the right person. “For some reason, what he described resonated with me. I gathered up the courage to ask my wife if this was something we should do. To this day, I still say that after hearing her say yes to my wedding proposal, this was the second biggest sale of my life. The rest is history. “We have been blessed, in that the business has more than doubled, while we have methodically and deliberately grown. We now enjoy serving nearly 300 lenders. “The lesson I take away is that you need to constantly evaluate where you are in terms of your talent, education, experience, interest and knowledge. Then make calculated steps forward, based on the information you should work with. We cannot expect to know the future and exactly how our careers or lives will unfold. “Step by step, a life and career is built; not taking steps is unacceptable. Some measure of faith in yourself is required, and a trust that things will work out. I have often thought of the Bible verse that says something to the effect that a man makes his plans, but it is God who directs his steps.” Describe how a mentor has influenced you throughout your career. “I cannot say I have a single mentor who has influenced me throughout my career. My parents and many other people have come into my life to teach me and influence me, often at just the right time. I feel that I can learn something from everyone, and many teachers, motivators and preachers have planted seeds of encouragement and shown me how to live a productive, loving life. “Again, a Bible verse comes to mind: ‘As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.’ So many people have played a role in influencing me and, much like when iron is sharpening iron, sometimes there have been sparks, heat, noise and intense pressure. But it is all for my good, and I hope I have been able to influence others in a similar, positive way.” Please share a bit about home life and/or pastimes. “Home life and pastimes are hugely important to me. My wife Amy, a graduate of Purdue University, put her career on the shelf shortly after our second child Grant was born. Amy stays home and invested in raising our children. I hope one day our children recognize the deep sacrificial love she has for them. She is the glue that allows us all to chase our dreams. “We have four children, ages 24, 22, 20 and 18. My daughter is the oldest and attends the Indiana University School of Medicine. Grant recently graduated with a computer science degree from Milligan College. Luke is in his third year at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. Our youngest son, Zachary, is a freshman at Rose-Hulman. “Our children kept us plenty busy over the years, as we cheered them on in their endeavors. All four competed at high levels in high school and in college sports, such as running, swimming and basketball. More importantly, they all excelled in the classroom. I could not be prouder of the choices they have made, and who they have become as young adults. Wayne Capek (left) and Craig Callahan knew each other through church and family activities before becoming business partners. F C I Floodplain Consultants Inc. "We visit the site!" www.floodplain.com TM PREFERRED SERVICE PROVIDER OF THE IBA. Serving Indiana lenders since 1991 HOW IS YOUR FLOOD ZONE DETERMINATION PROVIDER HANDLING BORDERLINE CASES? Flood Zone Determinations LOMA/LOMR Assistance Flood Insurance Guidance Interfacing with: Encompass 360, Calyx Point, Byte Pro & Fis-Serv We take pride in our industry leading accuracy and customer service. Find our what a true “community bank” minded company we are. Craig Callahan 800-945-0246 ccallahan@ oodplain.com
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