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AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK NAMES ALAN LAFOLLETTE VICE PRESIDENT AND RESIDENTIAL LENDING SALES MANAGER
OMAHA, Neb. (February 24, 2010) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank have named Alan LaFollette vice president, residential lending sales manager. He will be responsible for achieving division sales goals and objectives and increasing customer satisfaction, productivity, and profitability in the area of first mortgages, through the development and motivation of staff.
LaFollette has more than 23 years of sales and sales management experience, having been employed with Norwest Financial, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage and most recently as second vice president of mortgage production at First National Bank of Omaha. The majority of his time involved service and sales efforts in the Omaha and Council Bluffs area. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hastings College.
About American National
American National Corporation operates 29 banking locations in Nebraska and Iowa under the names American National Bank and Peoples National Bank, respectively. With assets of over $1.6 billion, American National Corporation is the second largest in-market financial institution under local ownership. It is one of the area's leading mortgage lenders and has consistently ranked as the top Small Business Administration lender in the region.
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AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS
OMAHA, Neb. (February 25, 2010) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank have promoted Chuck Current to first vice president and Dave Burdick and Rhonda Humpal to the title of vice president.
Current is responsible for managing the mortgage division. He joined American National Corporation in April 2009, assuming the responsibilities of residential lending manager. Current came to American National from First National Bank of Omaha and also has served at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. He earned his degree from The University of Iowa.
Burdick assumes the responsibilities of data center operations manager. He joined the Bank in June 2008 as an IT consultant, assisting with the Unisys to IBM conversion. Prior to American National, Burdick was employed with Fiserv in Omaha, where he supported IT services for Commercial Federal Bank. He holds a degree from Iowa State University in Computer Science and has more than 30 years of experience in the IT banking industry.
Humpal plans and directs the operations of processing, underwriting, settlements, secondary marketing and CRA. She was hired at American National Bank in June 2009 as the mortgage operations and secondary markets manager. Prior to joining American National Bank, Humpal held positions at First National Bank, Wells Fargo Bank and Commercial Federal Bank.
About American National Bank
American National Corporation operates 29 banking locations in Nebraska and Iowa under the names American National Bank and Peoples National Bank, respectively. With assets of over $1.6 billion, American National Corporation is the second largest in-market financial institution under local ownership. It is one of the area's leading mortgage lenders and has consistently ranked as the top Small Business Administration lender in the region.
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PUBLIC INVITED TO TREE OF LIGHTS KICKOFF CEREMONY
Salvation Army Red Kettle season set to begin Nov. 13
OMAHA, Neb. (Nov. 5, 2009) -- The Salvation Army and American National Bank welcome the public to the official lighting ceremony of the newly designed Salvation Army Tree of Lights on Friday, Nov. 13 at 6:00 p.m. at the American National Bank building, located on the corner of 90th and W. Dodge Rd.
The special lighting ceremony will be emceed by KETV's John Oakey and Brandi Petersen and will feature free food, compliments of Jimmy John's, beverages, musical entertainment by two-time Omaha Entertainment Award winner Heidi Joy, and a visit from Santa and his reindeer. The event officially kicks off the 2009 Salvation Army Tree of Lights Red Kettle season.
The Salvation Army hopes to raise $2.8 million for the poor and disaster-stricken in our community.
Susan Eustice, Salvation Army director of public relations, commented, "There is no better way to kick off our annual Red Kettle campaign than with the lighting of the newly designed Tree of Lights, which represents hope and good will toward those less fortunate in our community." Eustice invites all members of the community to come and enjoy the evening's festivities.
The 2009 Tree of Lights, designed by Brite Ideas Decorating in Omaha, weighs more than 10,800 pounds, stands 75 feet tall and will be illuminated by 55,000 LED lights and 625 giant LED starbursts, making it the largest illuminated tree in the Midwest and more than 80 percent more efficient than trees of the past. The 10-foot-high base of the tree will be decorated with an additional 16,000 red and green LED lights and the tree is topped with a star illuminated by 2,500 white LED lights.
For more information on the Salvation Army Tree of Lights Red Kettle kickoff event, contact Susan Eustice, Salvation Army director of public relations, at (402) 898-5908 or visit www.givesalvationarmy.org.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army Western Division, headquartered in Omaha, Neb., at 3612 Cuming Street, includes 28 Corps Community Centers in Neb., South Dakota and western Iowa. With the help of generous donors and volunteers, The Salvation Army continues its fight against poverty and misfortune. No one in need is turned away, regardless of race, color, creed, sex or age. As always, the Army's motivation is faith in God and love for all mankind. For more information regarding the Salvation Army Western Division, call (402) 898-5900 or visit www.givesalvationarmy.org.
About American National Bank
American National Corporation operates 29 banking locations in Nebraska and Iowa under the names American National Bank and Peoples National Bank, respectively. Residential Mortgage Services is a division of the bank.
With assets of more than $1.6 billion, American National Corporation is the second largest in-market financial institution under local ownership. It is one of the area's leading mortgage lenders and is consistently ranked as the top Small Business Administration lender in the region. For more information, visit www.anbank.com.
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For Immediate Release October 28, 2009
Contact:
Susan Eustice
The Salvation Army
(402) 898-5908
Susan_Eustice@usc.salvationarmy.org
NEW SALVATION ARMY TREE OF LIGHTS READY FOR DELIVERY TO HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Police escort delivery scheduled for Friday
OMAHA, Neb. -- The Salvation Army and American National Bank are pleased to announce the special police escort delivery of the newly designed, energy-efficient Salvation Army Tree of Lights on Friday, Oct. 30. The 2009 Tree of Lights will be escorted from Cargo Zone at 6200 N. 16th St. at approximately 3:00 p.m. and will travel west to the American National Bank building at 8990 W. Dodge Rd., where it will rise to the challenge of helping The Salvation Army reach its goal of raising $2.8 million for the poor and disaster-stricken in our community, and serve as a symbol of strength, hope and good will surrounding the annual Salvation Army Tree of Lights campaign. A delivery caravan will consist of three tractor trailer trucks, two Brite Ideas Decorating trucks and three passenger vehicles. The tree is scheduled to arrive at 3:30 p.m. at the American National Bank location, where it will remain throughout the holidays.
The 2009 Tree of Lights, designed by Brite Ideas Decorating in Omaha, weighs more than 6,000 pounds, stands 75 feet tall and will be illuminated by 55,000 LED lights and 100 LED starbursts, making it the largest illuminated tree in the Midwest and more than 80 percent more efficient than trees of the past. The 10-foot base of the tree will be decorated with an additional 16,000 red and green LED lights and the tree will be topped with a star illuminated by 2,500 white LED lights. KETV's Rob McCartney will place the star atop the tree on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 11:00 a.m.
Designing, decorating, engineering and planning for the transportation of the new Tree of Lights has been a collaborative effort involving resources from Brite Ideas Decorating, The Salvation Army, American National Bank, HDR Inc., Mainfreight USA, Ironworkers Local 21, Kiewit Building Group and Simmonds Holding.
Speaking on behalf of all involved, Bright Ideas Decorating owner Travis Freeman said, "This project was especially rewarding because the Tree of Lights represents hope and good will toward those less fortunate in our community."
The Salvation Army plans to illuminate the newly designed Tree of Lights on November 13, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. at American National Bank, located on the corner of 90th and W. Dodge Rd. The special lighting ceremony will be emceed by KETV's John Oakey and Brandi Peterson and will feature free food, beverages, and musical entertainment by Heidi Joy, officially kicking off the 2009 Salvation Army Tree of Lights campaign.
For more information on the Salvation Army Tree of Lights campaign or for more tree "factoids," contact Susan Eustice, Salvation Army director of public relations, at 402-898-5908 or visit www.givesalvationarmy.org.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army Western Division, headquartered in Omaha, Neb., at 3612 Cuming Street, includes 28 Corps Community Centers in Neb., South Dakota and western Iowa. With the help of generous donors and volunteers, The Salvation Army continues its fight against poverty and misfortune. No one in need is turned away, regardless of race, color, creed, sex or age. And always, the Army's motivation is faith in God and love for all mankind. For more information regarding the Salvation Army Western Division, call (402) 898-5900 or visit www.givesalvationarmy.org.
About American National Bank
American National Corporation operates 29 banking locations in Nebraska and Iowa under the names American National Bank and Peoples National Bank, respectively. Residential Mortgage Services is a division of the bank. With assets of more than $1.6 billion, American National Corporation is the second largest in-market financial institution under local ownership. It is one of the area's leading mortgage lenders and is consistently ranked as the top Small Business Administration lender in the region. For more information, visit www.anbank.com.
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For Immediate Release
Contact:
Jenny Buckley
Vice President, Marketing Manager
American National Bank/Peoples National Bank
(402) 255-5156
jbuckley@anbank.com
AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK AND PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK NAME CAROYLN BUBEN VICE PRESIDENT, COMPLIANCE OFFICER
OMAHA, Neb. (Oct. 6, 2009) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank have named Carolyn Buben vice president, compliance officer. Buben will be responsible for developing and coordinating compliance efforts within the bank.
Buben previously served as compliance project leader for First National Bank of Omaha, compliance officer at Union Bank, and lead auditor at JR Montgomery Bancorporation. She is certified as a CPA and CRCM and holds a bachelor of accounting degree from Cameron University in Lawton, Okla.
American National Bank and Peoples National Bank welcome Carolyn Buben to its staff.
About American National Bank and Peoples National Bank
American National Corporation operates 29 banking locations in Nebraska and Iowa under the names American National Bank and Peoples National Bank, respectively. Residential Mortgage Services is a division of the bank.
With assets of more than $1.6 billion, American National Corporation is the second largest in-market financial institution under local ownership. It is one of the area's leading mortgage lenders and is consistently ranked as the top Small Business Administration lender in the region. For more information, visit www.anbank.com.
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For Immediate Release July 20, 2009
Contact: Jenny Buckley, 255-5156
FREE DOCUMENT SHREDDING OFFERED
OMAHA -- Individuals and families are encouraged to bring discarded personal documents with sensitive information to 90th and West Dodge Road Saturday morning to shred those documents for free to guard against identity theft.
American National Bank is teaming up with Paper Tiger, an on-site shredding and recycling company, to offer the service at no charge in the bank's parking lot from 9 to 11 a.m. on July 25. Free will donations will be collected to support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).
Identity theft continues to be one of the fastest-growing forms of consumer fraud, and this event highlights the importance of protecting members of the community. Paper documents such as cancelled checks, bills and bank statements, as well as electronic media such as CDs, will be safely and securely destroyed on the spot.
American National Bank is part of American National Corporation, which operates 29 banking locations in Nebraska and Iowa, where it is known as Peoples National Bank. American National Corporation has assets of over $1.6 billion and is consistently ranked as the top Small Business Administration lender in the region. For more information, visit www.anbank.com.
Paper Tiger Shredding serves southeast Nebraska and southwest Iowa from locations in Lincoln, Hastings and Nebraska City. It has been awarded the highest security rating, AAA Certified, by the National Association for Information Destruction. For more information, visit www.papertigershredding.com.
When: Saturday, July 25
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where: American National Bank
90th & West Dodge Road Parking Lot
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AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK NAMES NEW FIRST VICE PRESIDENT AND RESIDENTIAL LENDING MANAGER
OMAHA, Neb. (May 28, 2009) Charles M. Current has been named First Vice President and Residential Mortgage Manager for American National Bank and Peoples National Bank, and Residential Mortgage Services (a division of the bank). Current is responsible for managing all mortgage operations including origination, business development, relationship management and staff development.
Current has over 20 years experience in operations and mortgage management. Most recently he was Vice President at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage where he was responsible for building a refinance center in Birmingham, AL. Prior to that, he ran Consumer Lending Operations with First National Bank of Omaha. In his prior engagements with Wells Fargo, he was a Regional Sales Manager over the Wholesale telephone sales unit; and a Senor Vice President/Division Operations Manager responsible for one of Wells Fargo's retail divisions spanning the mid and western part of the United States. He has a bachelor of Business Administration degree from The University of Iowa. Current is a board member of the Siena/Francis House in Omaha.
Chuck is a 1979 graduate of the Maquoketa High school and son of the late Jim and Rose Current of Maquoketa. He and his wife Wendy and daughter Kelly make their home in Elkhorn NE.
About American National Bank and Peoples National Bank
American National Corporation operates 29 banking locations in Nebraska and Iowa under the names American National Bank and Peoples National Bank, respectively. Residential Mortgage Services is a division of the bank.
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AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK AND PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK LAUNCH EXCLUSIVE HEALTHCARE BANKING DIVISION
SmartFund™ Medical Program unique to the industry
OMAHA, Neb. (February 25, 2009) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank announced today the opening of their new Healthcare Banking division. The division will serve the banking needs of healthcare professionals in private practice, medical clinics, surgery centers, hospitals and medically related manufacturing businesses by offering a full suite of healthcare specific products, including its SmartFund Medical Patient Payment Program.
The SmartFund Medical Patient Payment Program offers medical providers the security, control and flexibility of initiating, monitoring and managing patient payments via proprietary online software that is customizable according to patient payment needs-effectively streamlining the patient payment process.
Ed Finan, vice president, Healthcare Banking division, commented on the new division, "American National Bank and Peoples National Bank have assembled a staff with decades of healthcare banking experience and are excited to offer our clients products like SmartFund Medical that are unique, flexible and customizable to cater to their changing needs."
For more information regarding the American National Bank and Peoples National Bank Healthcare division, SmartFund Medical Program, or other healthcare-specific banking products contact Ed Finan, vice president of Healthcare Banking, at (402) 399-5028 or Briana Ryan, assistant vice president, Healthcare Banking, at (402) 399-5063.
About American National Bank and Peoples National Bank
American National Corporation operates 29 banking locations in Nebraska and Iowa under the names American National Bank and Peoples National Bank, respectively. With assets of over $1.6 billion, American National Corporation is the second largest in-market financial institution under local ownership. It is one of the area's leading mortgage lenders and is consistently ranked as the top Small Business Administration lender in the region. For more information, visit www.anbank.com.
AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS
IN CASH MANAGEMENT DIVISION
OMAHA, Neb. (February 24, 2009) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank announced several officer appointments in its Cash Management Division. This Division offers a complete suite of Cash Management tools for businesses of all sizes.
Kathy Daniel was promoted to Assistant Vice President. She is the Sales Manager responsible for developing, implementing, and managing strategies for the Cash Management sales team. Prior to joining American National in March 2008, she was VP of sales for the western USA for Travelex Insurance Services. Daniel attended the University of Nebraska at Lincoln majoring in English with a concentration in Advertising.
Megan Holtorf was promoted to Assistant Vice President. She joined American National in January 2008 as a Cash Management Business Development Representative. She has 9 years prior banking experience working with businesses and corporations on treasury management issues and solutions. She graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a degree in Marketing and a minor in Management.
AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS
IN RETAIL BANKING DIVISION
OMAHA, Neb. (February 24, 2009) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank have promoted Pam French, Nikki Tiarks and Bart Cox to the title of Assistant Vice President in its Retail Banking Division.
Pam French is currently Regional Banking Services Manager for the Omaha Metro area. She has been at the bank for 5 years and has more than 17 years of prior retail banking experience. French attended UNO and the College of Saint Mary.
Nikki Tiarks is the Regional Banking Services Manager for the Suburban Region which includes Millard, Ralston, Nebraska City, Papillion, LaVista, Bellevue, Gretna and Plattsmouth. She began her career with Peoples National Bank in Council Bluffs in 2000, and has since worked in various positions in retail banking and internal audit. Tiarks received her Bachelor of Arts in Banking and Finance from Buena Vista University. She serves as treasurer for the Brentwood Square Merchants Association.
Bart Cox joined the Bank in February 2008 as a Training Consultant for retail banking. He is responsible for enhancing the sales and service culture. Prior to coming to American National, he had over 14 years of experience with Bank of the West and Commercial Federal. Cox earned his Degree in Environmental Science/Pre-med from the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
THE SALVATION ARMY TREE OF LIGHTS TO SHINE ON FRIDAY
OMAHA, NE (November 11, 2008) The Salvation Army's Tree of Lights Campaign begins at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, November 14th in a ceremony at the Tree of Lights located at 90th and Dodge streets. Salvation Army officials and campaign leadership will announce this year's goal and light the tree signaling the beginning of the Campaign. The public is welcome to attend.
The environmentally-friendly tree sparkles with more than 450 brilliant starbursts and 40,000 LED lights. When The Salvation Army reaches its fundraising goal, the 5-foot star on top of the tree will flash. Heidi Joy and her band as well as The Salvation Army's Brass Ensemble will entertain the public at the event beginning at 5:30 p.m. The Army's mobile canteen unit will serve complimentary beverages to the crowd. Several of Santa's reindeer will make an appearance as well.
The Salvation Army Tree of Lights Leadership includes: Honorary Chairman, Jim Young, Chairman and CEO of Union Pacific; Honorary Vice-Chairman, Chris J. Murphy, Chairman and CEO of First Westroads Bank; General Chairman, Percy Kirk, Vice President and General Manager of Cox Communications; General Vice-Chairman, Kim Simon, community volunteer; and Major Merle Heatwole, Divisional Commander of The Salvation Army.
Special thanks to the Simmonds Family for sponsoring this unique and beautiful tree. The Salvation Army also thanks additional sponsors for their support in making the tree possible: American National Bank, Batten Trailing Leasing Brite Ideas Decorating, Heartland Crane Services, Hy-Vee, Iron Workers 21, Kiewit Building Group Inc., Mainfreight/Cargo Zone LLC., the Omaha Police Department, Penske Truck Leasing and United Rental.
Contact:
Susan Eustice
Director of Public Relations-The Salvation Army
402-898-5908
402-981-6091
September 22, 2008
PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK SELECTED AS BANK OF CHOICE
BY NONPAREIL READERS
(OMAHA, Neb.) Peoples National Bank is once again the "bank of choice" selected by Daily Nonpareil readers in the Reader's Choice Awards. For five of the past six years, the Daily Nonpareil has sponsored the Reader's Choice contest, People's National Bank has been awarded first place bank.
For three months, readers are asked to vote for their favorite business. According to the Nonpareil, approximately 5,000 readers complete ballots in the contest.
"We are extremely pleased to receive the Reader's Choice award each of the past six years," said Douglas Goodman, President of Peoples National Bank. "We want to thank our customers for recognizing the service we provide and we are reminded that we are partners working together to make all our dreams come true."
In addition to the Reader's Choice Award for the bank, Sharon Webber, drive-through teller at the 16th Street office and Jackie Peffer, teller at the Bennett Avenue office were among the three top bank tellers recognized with a Reader's Choice Award.
American National Corporation operates 29 banking locations in Nebraska and Iowa under the names American National Bank and Peoples National Bank, respectively. With assets of over $1.6 billion, American National Corporation is the second largest in-market financial institution under local ownership. It is one of the area's leading mortgage lenders and has consistently ranked as the top Small Business Administration lender in the region.
August 18, 2008
AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK AND PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK
NAMES NEW BANK EXECUTIVE
(OMAHA, Neb.) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank today announced the hiring of W. Eric Bunderson as Vice President. Bunderson will serve as the Loan Review and Compliance Manager.
Bunderson comes to American National from Great Western Bank where he spent the past 14 years. There, he was a credit analyst and lender in the commercial real estate department, and most recently as vice president in loan review management and credit administration management. Prior to working in banking, Bunderson worked at HDR, Inc. for 14 years as an architect.
Bunderson earned his MBA from Creighton University and his Bachelor of Science in Management from Bellevue University. He is a member of the Bellevue University College of Business Advisory Board, Leadership Omaha Class 22 and was coalition chair for Habitat for Humanity.
August 18, 2008
AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK AND PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK
PROMOTES BANK EXECUTIVE
(OMAHA, Neb.) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank today announced the promotion Brian Elsasser to the position of Assistant Vice President in commercial banking.
Elsasser has been with American National Bank for the past five years in the area of retail and mortgage banking.
Elsasser is a graduate of the University of Nebraska at Omaha having earned a Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts degree in real estate and economics. He serves on the Board of Directors of Nebraska DECA and was named Outstanding New Business Member in 2007 by the Nebraska DECA Business Partnership Network.
August 18, 2008
AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK AND PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK
PROMOTES BANK EXECUTIVE
(OMAHA, Neb.) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank today announced the promotion of Patrick Spencer as Vice President. Spencer will serve as the Regional Manager of Retail for the Omaha metro area.
Spencer has been with American National Bank for the past two years. Most recently he was with US Bank serving as a Lead Manager for Nebraska, Iowa and Missouri In-Store banks. Spencer also spent eight years in the United States Army as an avionic mechanic.
Spencer was a five-time winner of the annual Pinnacle awards given to top US Bank managers nationwide. He volunteers his time as a football coach and organizing teams and fundraising for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
August 11, 2008
AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK AND PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK NAMES NEW BANK EXECUTIVE
(OMAHA, Neb.) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank today announced the hiring of Brian Andersen to the position of Assistant Vice President in commercial real estate lending.
Most recently Andersen spent 10 years at Horizon Bank of Waverly, Nebraska in commercial real estate, specifically focusing on financing low income housing tax credit real estate developments.
Andersen is a graduate of the University of Nebraska - Lincoln and is currently enrolled in the graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Andersen lives with his wife, Nichole and daughter Ella in Gretna.
August 11, 2008
AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK AND PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK
PROMOTES MARKETING EXECUTIVE
(OMAHA, Neb.) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank today announced the promotion of Jenny Buckley to the position of Vice President. Buckley joined the bank in December of 2007 as Marketing Manager. Buckley is responsible for the planning and implementation of the advertising and marketing efforts for the banks.
Buckley has more than 25 years of financial marketing experience. She held similar positions with Commercial Federal Bank/Bank of the West and Union Bank & Trust.
A graduate of Kearney State College with a degree in Journalism, Buckley also attended the School of Bank Marketing in Boulder, CO. She is a member and past president of the Greater Omaha Chapter of the American Marketing Association and a member of the Mid-America Direct Marketing Association.
June 16, 2008
AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK AND PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK NAMES LOCAL BANKER TO NEW POSITION
(OMAHA, Neb.) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank today announced that Nick Harling has been named Business Banker at American National Bank in Falls City, NE. Harling, a native of Fairbury and a graduate of Peru State College will focus on business and commercial lending in his new position.
Harling joins the bank after spending the past seven years working in real estate and insurance sales. His background also includes previous banking experience in Falls City and Fairbury.
Harling graduated from Peru State College in 1987 with a BS in Business Administration. He is married to Laurel Harling, a teacher at Falls City High School. Harling and his wife have two sons.
June 9, 2008
AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK AND PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK TO HOLD WOMEN IN BUSINESS LUNCHEON
(OMAHA, Neb.) American National Bank and Peoples National Bank will hold a Women in Business luncheon on Thursday, June 19 at the UNO Alumni Center from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Featured speakers are Deborah Bass, President & CEO of Bass & Associates, an information technology consulting firm and Kathleen Piper, Deputy Director for the Nebraska Office of the Small Business Administration.
President of American National Bank, Steve Ritzman said the bank has long served the banking needs of businesses, regardless of ownership. "But," he said, "we believe it is time to formalize some of the services we provide to meet the more unique financial challenges women business owners face."
First Vice President, Retail Banking Director Kathy Kimball said she believes there is a real need to provide services to women whose goal it is to own a business. "Those who started their business several years ago experienced a lot of challenges when it came to funding their business," said Kimball. "We want to eliminate many of those challenges through an understanding of the issues facing women in our community regarding banking, finances, credit and other topics."
According to research from the Center for Women's Business Research, woman-owned businesses make up the fastest growing sector in the U.S. The growth rate of women-owned businesses is twice that of all privately owned businesses. Yet, the lack of access to adequate funding often forces women to pursue a service oriented business with a lower entry cost.
For reservations call Deb Vosika at 402-399-5056. The complimentary luncheon is open to any individual interested in starting their own business.
