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Kurt Kiesel, Loan Development Officer

From Classroom to Community.  Kurt Kiesel has spent most of his life showing up for other people. After high school, he served three years in the Army as a communications center operator. Then came 34 years of teaching and coaching at Wilber-Clatonia Public Schools. While banking is a newer chapter, the through line hasn’t changed. […]

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Dawson Glause, Loan Development Officer

Homegrown. Dawson didn’t just study agriculture. He grew up in it. Involved with his family’s registered Black Angus seedstock operation, he learned early what it takes to run a farm, manage finances, and plan for the long haul. So when he graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2025 with a double major in Agribusiness […]

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Laura Peitzmeier – Comptroller/Cashier

Grounded by Growth. As Comptroller/Cashier, Laura keeps a close eye on the financial heartbeat of Farmers & Merchants Bank. With a background in accounting, Laura brings a strong foundation in auditing, bookkeeping, taxes, and payroll. Her expertise ensures that everything from daily operations to annual reports runs smoothly and goes off without a hitch. Laura […]

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Claire Standage – Human Resources Officer

Powered by Connection. Claire knows that people are at the heart of every great organization. As Human Resources Officer, she brings a relationship-oriented mindset to everything she does, from hiring and onboarding to the conversations that help shape a positive team culture. While she values the variety that HR offers, what inspires Claire most is […]

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Devyn Kallhoff – Assistant Administrative Officer

All About People. As Assistant Administrative Officer at Farmers & Merchants Bank, Devyn has turned curiosity and connection into a career she loves. Four years ago, fresh from earning her Management and Entrepreneurship degree at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, she stepped into her first banking job and discovered a calling. Devyn thrives on the human […]

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Katie Kjolhede – Internal Auditor

Inspired by People. As Internal Auditor at Farmers & Merchants Bank, Katie Kjolhede brings over five years of experience and a genuine passion for helping others to her role. With a background in customer service and a curiosity for how everything works behind the scenes, Katie enjoys the variety her job offers and the chance […]

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Ryan Christensen – Vice President, Loan Officer

Lending That Listens. Ryan loves a good story, especially the kind that starts with a goal and ends with someone’s dream coming true. As Vice President, Loan Officer at Farmers & Merchants Bank, he’s all about getting to know people, understanding what matters to them, and helping them confidently move forward. Ryan appreciates the true […]

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Paxton Riskowski – CSR Supervisor

Kindness Counts. For Paxton, banking is about building relationships and offering real support that makes customers feel confident in their financial decisions. As a CSR Supervisor at Farmers & Merchants Bank, she takes pride in being a dependable point of contact for the people she helps each day. Paxton believes that thoughtfulness, empathy, and patience […]

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Kerri Zeman – CSR Supervisor

Here to Help. Kerri Zeman has been part of the Farmers & Merchants Bank family for more than a decade, and for her, it’s all about lending a helping hand. Whether answering questions or solving a problem, she’s always ready with a smile and a listening ear. With a background in business, accounting, and documentation, […]

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