Employment:

Operations Coordinator, VB Appraisal Group (2024-Present)
Retired (2016-2024)
Compliance Officer/Auditor, Peshtigo National Bank (1987-2016)
Bank Teller, Bookkeeper, Peshtigo National Bank (1979-1987)

Experience:

• Served as Compliance Officer, ensuring adherence to federal and state banking regulations
• Led internal audits to monitor risk, ensure procedural accuracy, and uphold regulatory standards
• Developed and maintained compliance programs, policies, and training for bank staff
• Collaborated with examiners and auditors during regulatory reviews and external audits
• Conducted investigations and follow-ups related to suspicious activity reports (SARs) and internal compliance concerns
• Began career as a Bank Teller, providing customer service, handling transactions, and balancing cash drawers
• Performed various operational tasks including account maintenance, customer onboarding, and branch reporting
• Known for attention to detail, integrity, and a strong understanding of banking operations and risk management
• Acted as a resource for staff and management on compliance-related issues and policy interpretation
• Contributed to a positive workplace culture and mentored junior staff over multiple decades of service (35 years)

Education:

Peshtigo High School Graduate (1979)
Furthered Education related to Accounting, Real Estate, and Banking/Finance at University of Wisconsin-Marinette and NWTC Campuses