Our Lenders

Our mortgage lenders share the emotion and excitement you feel as you make one of life's most important purchases. Contact a member of our team at the Park Bank location nearest to you to experience the passion we feel for putting people in the homes they desire.

Mary Jayne Burke (Fitchburg-Lacy Road)
Tami Farnsworth (Old Sauk)
Korey Frey (High Crossing)
Linda Lindgren (Capitol Square)
Ben Samson (Southwest Madison)
Cheryl Slezewski (Sun Prairie)
Allan Steinberg (Discovery Springs)
Trent Sveom (Verona)
Christa Sweeney (Fitchburg)

Mary Jayne Burke


Mary Jayne believes in the transformative power of a single event. Which is why she so looks forward to mortgage closings. “It’s a new beginning for my clients,” she relates. “Whether it’s their first home or their third, they are willed with excitement. And so am I.” This positive attitude has fuelled Mary Jayne’s career, in which she has learned all facets of the mortgage industry. She has even owned her own mortgage broker company. Now, she puts that expertise to work for Park Bank’s clients. Stationed at our Fitchburg-Lacy Road branch, Mary Jayne looks forward to helping you create a new home beginning, whether you’re buying or building, upgrading, downgrading or purchasing that vacation home you’ve always dreamed of. Call her today.

2693 Research Park Drive
Fitchburg, WI 53711
Phone: 608-663-1104
Fax: 608-663-1101

mburke@parkbank.com

Tami Farnsworth


Tami has 15 years of experience matching home buyers with the lending products and services best suited to their needs. She thrives on challenge and adeptly interprets changing mortgage market conditions in order to identify opportunities for her clients. "Having worked within both a banking and a mortgage broker environment, I give home buyers the best of both worlds in terms of service and product knowledge," says Tami. Acting as a "coach" to her clients throughout the mortgage process, Tami enjoys immense satisfaction when those she serves achieve the goals they set for the transaction. She knows what questions to ask to determine exactly what home buyers are looking for and what they can comfortably afford. Call Tami in Park Bank's Old Sauk location to find out how easy it is to get the money you need for the home you want.

8001 Excelsior Dr.
Madison, WI 53717
Phone: 608-826-5504
Fax: 608-826-5501

tfarnsworth@parkbank.com

Korey Frey


In his more then fifteen years of experience in the mortgage industry, Korey has proven his resourcefulness to hundreds of clients, earning a reputation as a “go to” resource to those he serves. His attention to detail and personalized service create a home-buying experience that is as easy as it is exciting. “I like my clients to view me as a partner, not only in helping to make their home-buying dreams reality, but also in assisting with their long- and short-term financial plans.” Korey will help you choose the loan that is right for you. To leverage Korey’s insights and experience, contact him at Park Bank’s High Crossing location.

2910 Crossroads Dr.
Madison, WI 53718
Phone: 608-240-3204
Fax: 608-240-3203

kfrey@parkbank.com

Linda Lindgren


Linda takes pride in building life-long, trusting relationships with her clients. “It’s much more than a financial transaction to them,” she relates. “That’s why I take the time to honor the significance of the home-buying experience." As a result of the care and attention she shows her clients, Linda often hears back from them when they want to refinance or buy another home. And she knows she’s done right by a client when he or she refers a friend or relative to her. “That’s a great feeling – to know that you’ve earned someone’s trust in that way,” says Linda. Linda’s past experience in the title insurance industry and track record of more than 10 years in mortgage lending give her the expertise needed to guide her clients through the complexities of the loan process. For a stress-free, enjoyable mortgage experience, contact Linda at our Capitol Square location today.

33 East Main Street
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: 608-395-2504
Fax: 608-395-2501

llindgren@parkbank.com

Ben Samson


With Ben as your mortgage lender, you can take comfort in knowing that you are being looked after. And not just your loan needs. That’s because Ben takes your entire financial situation into account when determining which course will take you where you want to go. He looks forward to proving that banking – at least at Park Bank – is still a people business. “I get to know my clients,” Ben says. “And I take their home purchase decision as seriously as they do.” Ben combines this personal interest in his clients’ success with over 10 years of lending experience. Contact Ben in our Raymond Road office to learn more about his service philosophy and value delivery.

6701 Raymond Road
Madison, WI 53719
Phone: 608-663-8904
Fax: 608-663-8901

bsamson@parkbank.com

Cheryl Slezewski


Cheryl measures her success as a mortgage lender by the happiness she sees in her clients at their loan closing. “To see them sitting there smiling with excitement – nothing could be more professionally satisfying,” says Cheryl. Cheryl applies two-decades-worth of industry experience to guide her clients through the complexities of their mortgage application. She is especially sensitive to the challenges first-time homebuyers face and draws upon a firm understanding of down payment assistance programs to help such clients achieve their dreams. Cheryl knows she has done right by her clients when they refer friends, family members or colleagues to her – not an uncommon occurrence. For service worth talking about, call Cheryl today.

2679 Windsor Street
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Phone: 608-825-8514
Fax: 608-825-8511

cslezewski@parkbank.com

Allan Steinberg


In Allan's nearly two decades of dedicated service to mortgage clients in Dane County and beyond, he has developed the expertise necessary to meet diverse mortgage needs. Allan combines attention to detail with highly personalized service delivery and keeps his clients abreast of each development in the financing approval process. "Imagine an experience with a mortgage lender that is not only pain-free but actually enjoyable," says Allan. "That's the ideal I strive for with each client." Contact Allan at Park Bank's Discovery Springs location to put his experience to work for you.

2275 Deming Way
Middleton, WI 53562
Phone: 608-662-9404
Fax: 608-662-9401

asteinberg@parkbank.com

Trent Sveom


“It’s more than just a house,” Trent relates, underscoring his understanding of the emotional stakes involved in purchasing a home. That’s why Trent views himself as a member of his clients’ circle of trusted advisors. “I take pride in assisting my clients with an investment that, for most, will be the largest of their lives,” he says. Trent fulfills this responsibility by providing “extra mile” service throughout the loan process. And with Park Bank’s portfolio of financial solutions, he is able to go beyond the mortgage relationship with his clients by offering resources that will sharpen their entire economic outlook. Contact Trent in our Verona location for a mortgage experience that is beyond expectations.

104 S. Main St.
Verona, WI 53593
Phone: 608-845-0204
Fax: 608-845-0201

tsveom@parkbank.com

Christa Sweeney


Sometimes home buyers, particularly first-timers, don’t even know what questions to ask about the process. Or what to expect. This is where Christa draws on her extensive background to prepare her clients and guide them through what can be a stressful experience. “My goal is to make home buyers comfortable and ensure that they look back fondly on this big event in their lives,” Christa explains. The key is communication. Christa makes sure her clients understand what’s required of them and what steps they’ll take along the way to fulfilling their homeownership dream. This includes making them aware of Park Bank’s broad range of financing options and determining the best financing solution for their specific situation. Be “WOWed.” Call Christa at our Fitchburg location today.

2802 Fish Hatchery Rd.
Madison, WI 53713
Phone: 608-663-5704
Fax: 608-663-5701

csweeney@parkbank.com

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