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SKYE HEBRINK JOINS UNITED FCS |
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November 1, 2011 CONTACT:
Lynda Hauge, HR Director 320-214-5007 |
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| Skye Hebrink recently joined United FCS as a seasonal Tax Specialist in the Redwood Falls Office. As a tax specialist, she will assist the regional tax accountant in preparing tax returns and delivering customer service to tax clients. Hebrink earned a Bachelor of Accountancy degree from North Dakota State University in Fargo, and is currently testing for her CPA designation. During the past two tax seasons, Skye has worked in accounting firms assisting with tax preparation. United FCS is a member of the Farm Credit System, a nationwide network of banks and retail lending associations chartered to support the borrowing needs of U.S. agriculture and the nation's rural economy. Serving over 5,000 customer-members and with over $1 Billion of assets, United FCS has a primary focus in a 22-county service area in West Central Minnesota and North Central Wisconsin providing loans, leases and a wide array of financial services through twelve branch office locations and 185 employees. |
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MATTHEW LONGWORTH JOINS UNITED FCS |
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October 3, 2011 CONTACT:
Lynda Hauge, HR Director 320-214-5007 |
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| Matthew Longworth recently joined United FCS as a Financial Services Officer in the Wausau Office. As a relationship manager, he will be serving the business needs of agricultural producers and businesses in Marathon and outlying Counties by providing credit, financial services, and crop insurance solutions to meet the ever-changing needs and challenges of the industry. A native of Omro, Wisconsin, Longworth graduated from University of Wisconsin - River Falls with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Business. Matthew has been involved with 4-H and in college a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity as well as the Ag Business and Marketing Society. United FCS is a member of the Farm Credit System, a nationwide network of banks and retail lending associations chartered to support the borrowing needs of U.S. agriculture and the nation's rural economy. Serving over 5,000 customer-members and with over $1 Billion of assets, United FCS has a primary focus in a 22-county service area in West Central Minnesota and North Central Wisconsin providing loans, leases and a wide array of financial services through twelve branch office locations and 193 employees. |
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UNITED FCS 2011 ELECTION RESULTS |
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| We congratulate incumbent(s) James Jarvis (from Area B) Donn Peterson (from Area C) and Stanley Claussen (Area D) on their election to a new 4-year term on the United FCS Board of Directors. Nominating Committee members elected for a one year term are: Thomas Hoffman and Bruce Krenz (Area A); Jeffrey Schiller and Mark Shain (Area B); Gregory Green and Kirk Kuechenmeister (Areas C); Scott Olson and Mark Streed (Area D). Thanks to all the candidates (director & nominating committee) for their willingness to participate in this important aspect of Cooperative governance. | |
JEFFREY LINN JOINS UNITED FCS |
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September 6, 2011 CONTACT:
Lynda Hauge, HR Director 320-214-5007 |
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 September 30, 2011 - Jeffrey Linn recently joined United FCS as an Information Systems Operations Technician in the Willmar Office. As a part of the Systems and Technology Team, he will provide support relating to information technology hardware, systems, and communications.Linn has attended Computer Programming, Cisco Certified Network Assistant, and Micro Computer Support & Network Administrator programs, with his most recent education being at Ridgewater College. He has eight years of technology support experience, including owner of a computer consulting company. Jeff grew up in Willmar, where he, his wife, and children reside. United FCS is a member of the Farm Credit System, a nationwide network of banks and retail lending associations chartered to support the borrowing needs of U.S. agriculture and the nation's rural economy. Serving over 5,000 customer-members and with over $1 Billion of assets, United FCS has a primary focus in a 22-county service area in West Central Minnesota and North Central Wisconsin providing loans, leases and a wide array of financial services through twelve branch office locations and 193 employees. |
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SUZANNE ALLEN SELECTED AS UNITED FCS DIRECTOR |
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September 6, 2011 CONTACT:
Marc Knisely 320-214-5024 |
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| WILLMAR, Minnesota - Suzanne Allen has been named as an outside director by the United FCS Board of Directors. Allen's strong Midwestern roots and extensive experience in business, finance, and her commitment to rural issues were the leading factors in her selection among highly-qualified field of candidates. Suzanne's professional and personal background offer the membership of United FCS a director who is well equipped to serve the business interests of our shareholders and who brings a personal passion and energy to serving the financial services needs of rural communities in Minnesota and Wisconsin," said Greg Jans, Chairman of the United FCS Board of Directors. "We look forward to having Suzanne join the board and are confident that her experience and skill set will compliment the Association's success and the many economic benefits and services offered to farmers and the communities we serve." As a board appointed outside director on the United FCS Board of Directors, Allen will join with members of the board in setting strategic direction, developing board policy, and providing oversight of its business affairs and ensuring that the Association fulfills its public mission while continuing to operate in a safe and sound manner. Board members are expected to have a broad awareness of and business experience in relevant areas, including agriculture, general corporate governance, finance, and strategic and business planning. Allen is filling an existing outside director position on the board and will be formally seated to a four-year term in November 2011. Her formal education and extensive experience in finance and treasury functions is expected to align well with the United FCS Board responsibilities. Her background includes:
"In a Cooperative structure, solid board governance plays a major role in laying the foundation for a successful organization," added Marc Knisely, CEO, United FCS. "I commend the Board's Outside Director Search Committee, chaired by Director Jim Jarvis, for putting forth a slate of highly qualified candidates for the position and applaud their selection of Ms. Allen." About United FCS United FCS is a member of the Farm Credit System, a nationwide network of district banks and retail lending associations chartered to support the borrowing needs of U.S. agriculture and the nation's rural economy. As a locally owned and governed Association, United FCS serves over 5,100 customer-members and has over $1.2 billion of assets. United FCS has a primary focus in a 22-county service area in West Central Minnesota and North Central Wisconsin providing loans, leases and a wide array of financial services through twelve retail branch office locations and 193 employees. |
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CUSTOMERS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE |
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| Thank You to our customers for visiting our booths at Farm Technology Days & Farmfest. Adults enjoyed games of plinko and ladder golf, a refreshing bottle of water and the helium balloons were a big hit amongst the younger generation! As our Customer Appreciation events come to a close, we would also like to express sincere appreciation to our customers for their continued trust in United FCS. We take pride in being a member-owned cooperative and in being part of the Farm Credit System serving rural America for 95 years. |
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JAMIE NORGAARD JOINS UNITED FCS |
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July 25, 2011 CONTACT:
Lynda Hauge, HR Director 320-214-5007 |
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| Jamie Norgaard recently joined United FCS as a VP Financial Services in the Redwood Falls Office. As a relationship manager, he will be serving the business needs of agricultural producers and businesses in Redwood County by providing credit, financial services, and crop insurance solutions to meet the ever-changing needs and challenges of the industry. Jamie has been in the Farm Credit System since 2003 working for FCS of America as an appraiser, an equipment finance territory manager, and for the past 5 years as a financial officer. A Tyler, MN native, Norgaard graduated from South Dakota State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics. Jamie and his family recently relocated from Iowa to the Redwood Falls area. United FCS is a member of the Farm Credit System, a nationwide network of banks and retail lending associations chartered to support the borrowing needs of U.S. agriculture and the nation's rural economy. Serving over 5,000 customer-members and with over $1 Billion of assets, United FCS has a primary focus in a 22-county service area in West Central Minnesota and North Central Wisconsin providing loans, leases and a wide array of financial services through twelve branch office locations and 193 employees. |
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KENT GJERDE JOINS UNITED FCS |
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July 22, 2011 CONTACT:
Lynda Hauge, HR Director 320-214-5007 |
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| Kent Gjerde recently joined United FCS as a Financial Services Officer in the Willmar Office. As a relationship manager, he will be serving the business needs of agricultural producers and businesses in the local area by providing credit, financial services, and crop insurance solutions to meet the ever-changing needs and challenges of the industry. Gjerde earned a Bachelor of Elective Studies degree with an emphasis on finance from St. Cloud State University. He grew up on a dairy farm and has been an agricultural loan officer and insurance agent for the past 6 years. Kent and his wife reside in Willmar, where he actively serves in civic volunteer roles. United FCS is a member of the Farm Credit System, a nationwide network of banks and retail lending associations chartered to support the borrowing needs of U.S. agriculture and the nation's rural economy. Serving over 5,000 customer-members and with over $1 Billion of assets, United FCS has a primary focus in a 22-county service area in West Central Minnesota and North Central Wisconsin providing loans, leases and a wide array of financial services through twelve branch office locations and 193 employees. |
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UNITED FCS DISTRIBUTING $6 MILLION IN CASH PATRONAGE |
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February 19, 2011 CONTACT:
Marc Knisely, CEO 320-214-5024 |
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| WILLMAR, Minnesota - United FCS is once again sharing its financial success with its member-owners in the form of cash patronage - announcing that it will be distributing $6 million in cash patronage in early March. This patronage distribution (a return of a portion of the Association's net earnings to eligible customers) raises the combined total patronage paid to over $50 million since 2002. United FCS posted record net earnings in 2010 due in part to continued growth in both loan volume outstanding and membership. The Association also benefited from significant one-time events in non-interest income and other gains. As a result of exceptional Association performance in 2010, the patronage distribution for 2010 (payable in March 2011) was set at $6 million or 25% above 2009 levels. "As a member-owned cooperative we understand the importance of returning excess capital to our membership, a fundamental cooperative principle, in the form of cash patronage when we have a successful year," said Board Chair Greg Jans. "It is really all about staying focused on the long range success of our membership," said CEO Marc Knisely. "By offering exceptional service, competitive pricing, reliability and convenience, we help set the stage for customer success; then we cap it off with cash patronage." United FCS is a member of the Farm Credit System, a nationwide network of banks and retail lending associations chartered to support the borrowing needs of U.S. agriculture and the nation's rural economy, that has been supporting agriculture and rural communities for over 95 years. Serving over 5,000 customer-members, the Association has a primary focus on a 22-county service area in West Central Minnesota and North Central Wisconsin providing loans, leases and a wide array of financial services. Listen to Linder Farm Network's interview with Marc Knisely about this year's cash patronage This content requires Flash.
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