Let's Take Your Business to New Heights Together
Your business may run on numbers, but we focus on the human connection to build real, lasting relationships with our business clients. Our business bankers get to know you, your needs, and how we can best provide assistance.
Get to know our business bankers and get in touch with any of them today to take the first step in building a relationship with us.
Meet Our Business Bankers
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James Hegenbarth
President/CEO
NMLS: 709667
Location: Park Bank Center (Corporate Office)
Phone: 608.278.2870
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Leading the Park Bank team, Jim can help you find the right banking solutions for your business. Jim holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from UW-Madison and completed his studies at the Graduate School of Banking in 1994. He has more than 30 years of banking experience to share with you, and currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago. With his wide range of banking knowledge, Jim will show you how Park Bank can help your business succeed. Give Jim a call, and your business will achieve the best in banking.
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Josh Marron
Executive Vice President - Chief Banking Officer
NMLS: 713150
Location: Park Bank Center (Corporate Office)
Phone: 608.278.2821
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As the Executive Vice President, Chief Banking Officer at Park Bank, Josh Marron is responsible for the bank's overall business development and has played an integral role in the bank's growth and success. During his tenure, the bank has grown from $750M in assets to $1.3B. Josh has a proven executive management track record and over 20 years of experience driving sales growth in the banking industry. He currently oversees Business Banking, Business Services, Business Development, Community Engagement, Private Banking, Finance, and Credit Administration.
Josh's commitment to the Greater Madison community is evident through his service on various nonprofit boards, including the YMCA of Dane County and the Salvation Army of Dane County. Additionally, his ongoing community service extends to organizations such as 100 Men of Dane County, WBA Government Relations Committee, the Dane Workforce Housing Fund, and the Graduate School of Banking Alumni Council.
Josh earned a degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Graduate School of Banking, an Executive Leadership Certificate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and an undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
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Darwin Lynde
Senior Vice President - Loan Portfolio Management
NMLS: 709665
Location: Park Bank Center (Corporate Office)
Phone: 608.278.2850
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A consummate service professional dedicated to helping you with all your business banking and lending needs, Darwin holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and has extensive banking experience. Darwin partners with his clients in a consultative approach to help each client achieve the best business results. Call Darwin today for a prompt response and to get the tools your company needs to stay competitive in today’s economy.
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Mike Lawrence
Senior Vice President - Business Banking Sales
Location: Park Bank Center (Corporate Office)
Phone: 608.301.8675
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With a degree in finance and more than 28 years of financial services and banking experience, Mike helps clients face challenges and seize opportunities in order to achieve the long-term goals they desire. With a broad background in lending, Mike has worked on company acquisitions, new market tax credits and complex real estate transactions. He has a diversified client base ranging from $1M to $50 million in annual sales. A strong community supporter, Mike currently serves on the board for Energy Services, Inc. and the Aaron J. Meyer Foundation. Call or email Mike to learn how to align your business strategy and financial plan for maximum success.
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Peter Benson
Senior Vice President - Treasury Services
Location: Park Bank Center (Corporate Office)
Phone: 608.278.2843
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With both a Graduate School of Banking degree as well as an undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin, Peter has fulfilled a number of banking roles with Park Bank, culminating in his current position as Senior Vice President of Business Banking. Peter has worked with all types and sizes of businesses and helped meet financing needs ranging from small startup capital to major expansion funds. Give Peter a call today to share your vision for your company. He’ll help you get there.
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Elyse Smithback
First Vice President - Business Banking
Location: Park Bank Center (Corporate Office)
Phone: 608.278.2848
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Elyse began her career as a teller nearly 22 years ago, and along the way, she has worked in almost every aspect of banking. This diverse background, along with her degree from UW Whitewater in Liberal Studies and Finance, paved the way for her success as a business banker today. Elyse prides herself in her ability to cultivate deep relationships with her clients, working hard each day to improve her clients’ financial wellbeing. She is active in the community and Board Member of Madison Festivals, Inc and Easterseals Wisconsin. Contact Elyse to make your financial life easier on the way to reaching your business goals.
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Jeff Mack
First Vice President - Business Development
NMLS: 553809
Location: Park Bank Center (Corporate Office)
Phone: 608.278.2811
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With 15 years of demonstrated, award-winning experience in the financial industry, Jeff can provide you with the best business products and services to serve your needs now and well into the future. As a former University of Wisconsin football team captain and Academic All-American, Jeff is a proud supporter of our community. Jeff is a board member for SSM Health, UW Athletics, Maydm, and FCI (Forward Community Investments), as well as program committee member for the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County. Contact Jeff today to see how he can help you meet and exceed your business financial goals and dreams.
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Judy Ketelboeter
First Vice President - Business Development
NMLS: 459351
Location: Middleton
Phone: 608.669.9405
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A lifelong resident of Cross Plains, Judy Ketelboeter, Senior Vice President, Market Manager, has held many roles, in both consumer and commercial banking, during her 40 years in the industry. While she has seen lots of changes in banking, one thing that hasn’t changed is Judy’s commitment to her clients.
As her clients’ financial partner, Judy goes above and beyond to ensure every client receives the right advice and tools needed to be financially successful. In addition, she is very committed to making her community a great place, too. Judy is extremely active with and has held numerous leadership roles in many local organizations including the Cross Plains Chamber, Optimists, and Park and Rec boards, as well as the Village Finance and Planning & Zoning boards. She has also served on the MARC and St Francis Endowment and Finance boards.
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Suzanne Johnson
First Vice President - Branch Banking
NMLS: 1154779
Location: Park Bank Center (Corporate Office)
Phone: 608.278.2883
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uzanne has over 19 years of banking experience and takes pride in working with her business clients from start to finish, with customized business banking solutions. Suzanne works to identify ways that she and her team can support businesses through improved efficiencies, cost-savings, or convenience. She is also passionate about giving back to the community and to the importance of supporting local business here in Dane County. Suzanne is a board member for Centro Hispano and the co-chair of United Way’s Women and Wealth committee.
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Pablo Sanchez
First Vice President - Community Engagement
Location: Capitol Square
Phone: 608.395.2502
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Pablo Sanchez joined Park Bank in 2000 and has been working in the banking industry for more than 28 years. While his years of experience include business banking, small business lending, and consumer banking, Pablo’s real expertise and passion lie in working with nonprofit organizations. His nonprofit clients appreciate the time he takes to get to know their organization and what they stand for. He uses his knowledge and experience to recommend a unique package that will ensure the organization can focus on their mission instead of their banking relationship. Pablo is also a member of Park Bank’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee, a board member of the Overture Center Foundation, Madison Chamber of Commerce, UW Health, and serves on the Governor’s Financial Literacy Council.
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Leila Godkin
Vice President - Business Banking
Location: Hilldale
Phone: 608.663.5705
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Having worked in the financial services industry, including banks, brokerage firms and mortgage companies for over 25 years, Leila offers well-rounded knowledge and expertise to help her clients achieve their business aspirations. She prides herself on a high touch approach and being available nearly anytime for client calls. She works closely with clients to help them understand how to reach and expand upon their goals. Leila provides a combination of skilled and practical lending insight alongside friendly and responsive service to her clients. She is active in the community as a board member of Destination Madison, where she works to showcase all Madison has to offer, including serving on a committee to help support Madison business owners.
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James Rubin
Vice President - Business Banking
Location: Middleton
Phone: 608.662.9409
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As a former business owner with nearly 15 years in the banking industry, James has the ideal combination of experience and understanding of what it takes to run a successful business. James’ clients put their trust in his knowledge and judgment when he recommends the steps needed to finance their future business needs. With his commitment to volunteerism and improving the community through “Rubin for Kids,” a non-profit dedicated to rewarding low-income kids that are achieving despite challenging circumstances, he has a keen sense of how for profit and non-profits can flourish in and around Madison.
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Tim Wartinbee
Vice President - Business Banking
Location: Old Sauk
Phone: 608.278.2894
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Tom Pope
Vice President - Treasury Services
Location: Park Bank Center (Corporate Office)
Phone: 608.278.2882
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While Tom has over 25 years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree from UW-Platteville in Business Administration, he is best known for the level of service he provides his clients. He puts himself in his clients’ shoes and gets to know what they are trying to accomplish. Tom focuses on his clients’ best interest and finding the right products and services to help them succeed and grow their business. When he isn’t working hard to make his clients’ lives easier, he enjoys running, playing with his dog, baking, or volunteering at the Agrace Home Store on Stoughton Road.
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Ryan Smith
Assistant Vice President - Business Banking
Location: Capitol Square
Phone: 608.395.2509
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Ryan’s clients think of him first when they have a financial question or need, which comes as a result of his strong focus on building relationships with his clients, earning their trust, and finding the best possible solutions to their needs. With over 15 years in banking and a background in accounting, Ryan has been able to act as an advisor to his clients. He is also heavily involved in community development, as evidenced by his work as the Treasurer for the Badger Prairie Needs Network and a Citizen Member of the Mount Horeb Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Commission. Contact Ryan to learn how his ability to build relationships can lead to truly tailored solutions to your needs.
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Mark Retzlaff
Assistant Vice President - Business Banking
Location: Fitchburg
Phone: 608.663.5708
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Mark’s finance degree from UW-Milwaukee and his 15 years in banking are evident in his ability to help clients with varying needs. He has a strong background in credit and has had the opportunity to work on various types of loans, from real estate and development, start-up businesses, to company buy-outs and mergers. He especially enjoys being able to drive around the Madison area and see firsthand the projects of which he has been a part. Contact Mark to see how his experience can be put to work for your business.
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Val Hartjes
Assistant Vice President - Community Engagement
Location: Old Sauk
Phone: 608.826.5503
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Val focuses on developing meaningful relationships with our nonprofit and small business communities. She brings a wealth of experience in the nonprofit world having served on boards, committees, and staffs of area nonprofit organizations. Val supports a number of causes throughout our community: 100+ Women Who Care Madison Board, Middleton Endowment Board, Madison Professional Women for Good Founding Member, Middleton Chamber Ambassador, Downtown Madison Inc Inclusiveness Committee, TEMPO Madison Scholarship Committee, Ronald McDonald House Charities Development Committee, The River Food Pantry Community Engagement Committee. She also leads the Park Bank Connections/Volunteer committee. With degrees in both Marketing and Management, Val’s passion for the community is evident in the strong relationships she develops with clients, striving to always exceed their expectations as a trusted financial partner.
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Diondray Premo
Business Banking Officer
NMLS: 1477809
Location: Verona
Phone: 608.845.0205
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With a background in banking for over 11 years, DJ is passionate about forming deep, meaningful, and unique relationships with every client he works with. He focuses on learning their individual story and goals in order to find solutions to cater to their specific needs. With a drive for being involved in the community, DJ serves as Treasurer for Urban Triage, an Ambassador with the Verona Area Chamber of Commerce, and on numerous committees for other area nonprofits.
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Ray Koepcke
Treasury Services Representative
Location: Park Bank Center (Corporate Office)
Phone: 608.278.2824
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Megan Barkelew
Treasury Services Representative
Location: Park Bank Center (Corporate Office)
Phone: 608.278.2819
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Royce Wyss
Business Development Officer
Location: Middleton
Phone: 608.662.9408
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Megan Diggles
Loan Portfolio Manager
Location: Capitol Square
Phone: 608.395.2505