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Our staff
Peter Alworth, Chairman
(763-488-1202)
As one of our founders, Peter wanted to bring more banking options to the growing
community of St. Michael and the surrounding area. As an entrepreneur himself, he
knows what growing businesses need from a bank: an open ear to learn about their
business and understand their financial needs, access to the capital they need to
grow and great day-to-day personal service. And as former president and co-founder
of a Minneapolis financial software business, he also wants to bring customers the
convenience of innovative banking technologies like Internet banking.
Paul Ederer, President and
CEO (763-488-1201)
During more than 20 years as a resident, Paul's been directly involved in helping
St. Michael develop into the thriving community it is today. He's been active
in the Chamber of Commerce, the Lions Club and the Library Board, and is the current
chair of the city's Economic Development Authority. Since helping found our
bank in 1999, he's also been using his nearly 35 years of local banking experience
to help customers from small business owners to young families build their financial
strength. Paul keeps up his physical strength for his business and community pursuits
by running, golfing and hunting.
Fred Green, Senior Vice President (763-488-1215)
Fred brings 15 years of community and regional banking experience and 11 years in investment banking to Great Northern Bank. Throughout his career, he has been involved with community bank lending and client service to small-to-middle market companies. In his role at Great Northern Bank, he will continue to connect with businesses in the community, developing new relationships for the bank. Fred is active in professional, civic and business organizations in the area, so you’re bound to see him around the community and throughout the Twin Cities area.
Doug Bleess, Vice President,
Lending (763-488-1206)
With over 30 years of experience in lending and commercial banking, Doug is a great
addition to Great Northern Bank. He has been a part of the St. Michael community
since 1976, as a resident and active participant of the St. Michael Lions. Get to
know Doug, and you'll find that he's not only a good banker, but a good listener
as well.
Lynn Olson, Vice
President, Commercial Banking (763-488-1227)
Staying healthy and fit is an important part of Lynn's lifestyle. And in her role
as Commercial Banking Officer, Lynn's commitment to fiscal fitness shows. Lynn's
primary responsibilities include originating commercial loans and promoting business
development in St Michael and surrounding communities. Lynn's background in credit
and credit analysis helps Great Northern Bank stay fiscally strong in order to serve
the needs of growing businesses in the area. When Lynn is not at the bank, you'll
find her enjoying the outdoors, especially on the running trails in and around the
Crow River area.
Kathy Marquette, Vice
President, Consumer and Real Estate Lending (763-488-1203)
Personal banking expertise and in-depth knowledge of the community make Kathy an
excellent resource for her customers. She joined Great Northern Bank when the doors
opened, but this is just the last stop in a banking career that now spans three
decades. Her familiarity with St. Michael runs even deeper-Kathy has spent her whole
life here. She especially enjoys applying her banking skills and community knowledge
to help families find the financing they need to meet their financial goals.
Doug Savaloja, Vice President,
Mortgage Lending (763-488-1214)
With a well-rounded background in financial services, Doug is a real asset to Great
Northern Bank. He brings his knowledge and insight in the mortgage loan arena to
the St. Michael area, and is looking forward to finding the best mortgage programs
to fit his customers' needs.
Mary Hartner, Rail Riders
Club Director and Asst. VP, Personal Banking (763-488-1204)
Whether she's showing a child how money can grow or helping a seasoned customer
seamlessly transfer accounts to Great Northern Bank, Mary enjoys making personal
banking experiences positive ones. After living in St. Michael for more than 22
years, many new customers know Mary before they walk in our doors. They also know
that with her genuine concern for people and her 16 years of banking experience,
she'll help them open accounts which will best serve their needs. She also serves
as the director of the Rail Riders Club, a financial, social and travel club for
individuals aged 50 or better.
Anita Lenneman, Asst. VP,
Personal Banking and Co-Director of Rail Car Kids Club (763-488-1205)
Anita's primary responsibility is to help new personal banking customers get
off on the right foot at Great Northern Bank. Whether it's suggesting a different
type of checking account or developing a plan that meets a long-term savings goal,
Anita enjoys finding new ways to make financial services work harder for her customers.
And Anita's advice is worth listening to-after all, it's based on over 24
years of personal banking experience! A busy mother of three, Anita is also a lifelong
St. Michael resident and an active member of the St. Michael Parish.
Jay Larson, Vice President,
Operations Manager (763-488-1226)
Jay feels right at home in St Michael, recently relocating from northern Minnesota.
In his role as Operations Manager, Jay is responsible for overseeing operations
as well as ensuring a smooth day-to-day operation of the Great Northern Bank. Besides
bank operations, Jay brings valuable experience in a variety of financial functions
to his current position. Family and community are important to Jay, and you'll see
him with his family around St. Michael enjoying the recreation and hometown feel
of the community.
Carol Eicher, Personal Banking
Officer/Administrative Assistant (763-488-1209)
Carol has many gifts to offer customers at Great Northern Bank. Her greatest gift
is her ability to connect with people. Maybe because she has lived in St. Michael
her entire life and knows lots of residents, or because she has four children and
an ever-expanding number of grandchildren. More than likely, it is Carol's great
ability to listen and spend the time it takes to take care of individual needs.
At Great Northern, she balances her time between helping customers select the accounts
right for them, as well as provide support for a number of projects that make the
bank run smoothly. Carol spends her free time cooking and spoiling her grandchildren.
Sharon Schumm, Operations
Officer (763-488-1212)
Sharon has over 25 years of banking experience in the St. Michael Area. A good deal
of Sharon's experience has been working with the general ledger, reconciling
accounts and monitoring the banks compliance and audit issues. Sharon is the mother
of three grown children and enjoys spoiling seven grandchildren. She has lived in
St. Michael for over 35 year. She is an active member of the St. Michael Church
and has been an election judge in the community for several years.
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