Tell us about the bank’s community investment efforts. The bank is continuously staying involved in the community and is always willing to invest in the different organizations in the area. For example, this past January, we had our annual trivia night. We raised $20,000 for two different organizations, the Lincoln County Roadrunners and The December 5th Fund. The Lincoln County Roadrunners is an organization that allows kids with special needs to compete in various sports and gives them the opportunity to travel around the states. The December 5th Fund helps families who are battling the struggles of cancer by planning a day of fun for them. While the family is out for the day, the volunteers go to their house and clean for them. Both organizations are different but have the same message, which is to serve others. This is a small portion of what the bank does each year to give back. What is the bank’s biggest challenge in the area of internet banking/mobile banking? The bank’s biggest challenge in internet and mobile banking is fraud. Educating our customers on good safety practices when utilizing our online banking services and mobile banking app is a priority for the bank. As we continue to grow and adapt to all the new forms of technology available, it will be critical to continue to protect our customers’ information. What’s your favorite thing about your bank or banking in general? My favorite thing about our bank is the people that I work with. They are like a second family. Sometimes, coming to work doesn’t feel like work because of all the great people who work at our bank. I would say my favorite thing about banking, in general, is helping new and current customers reach their financial goals. As the years go on, it will be fun to watch customers’ businesses grow or reach their financial goals. Whether that is buying their first home or piece of land, it will be rewarding to help them get there and be a part of that journey. If you didn’t have a career in banking, what other career would you choose? I think if I did not have a career in banking, I would have most likely chosen a career in sales. Sales is like banking, as far as going out and meeting new customers, developing relationships and getting them to buy into the brand you are trying to sell. I also enjoy golfing, and many good networking opportunities can start on the golf course. Whether your work is sponsoring a tournament or taking a few clients out to play, golf is something that I excel in and enjoy. The Show-Me Banker Magazine | 13
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