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Eustis Kids Earn While They Learn at Youth Market
Waypoint Bank – Eustis Launches Youth Farmers Markets For many people, making money is the first step in learning how to manage money. With the help of Waypoint Bank – Eustis, a group of young people recently took a giant leap into their individual financial futures....
Waypoint Bank Shares ‘Neighborly’ Spirit With Nonprofit
Waypoint Bank – Fort Collins partners with HNS as stewards for caring neighbor movement House of Neighborly Service was formed in 1961 by 13 churches in Loveland, Colo. The goal was to help neighbors in need by assisting and advocating for people challenged by the...
At Meridian Tap House, Bennetts Pour Their Hearts Into Cozad
Working with Waypoint Bank – Cozad, Kristen and Eli have cooked up a recipe for success In July 2020, Kristen and Eli Bennett took off on their annual motorcycle trip. By the time they got back to Cozad, the couple returned home with much more than road trip...
Fort Collins’ Joshua Alcantar – A Singer at Heart
Joshua Alcantar is not your typical Commercial Banker. Behind the crisp suits and polished demeanor lives a passionate soul, with a love of music and community. Originally from Northern California, Josh found his way to Windsor, CO over a decade ago, and found his...
Mandy Swanson is 2024 Miss Cozad Volunteer of the Year
On any given day, you are likely to find Mandy volunteering with one of the many community organizations she is involved with. Mandy has a huge heart for her community, and she demonstrates that by giving back in numerous ways. Because of this, Mandy has been...
Eustis Customer Thriving With What He Was ‘Born to Do’
Family, hard work, and banking relationships all key to farmer’s ‘journey’ Alan Smith describes his career in farming as a “lifelong journey.” And he describes Waypoint Bank – Eustis and its predecessor as a companion on his journey for as long as he can remember....
Owner of Flash Electric Stays Plugged Into Cozad
With the help of Waypoint Bank – Cozad, Joel Pflaster built a business in his hometown Joel Pflaster’s journey from growing up in Cozad to starting his own electric company in his hometown came with a few twists and turns. But growing up with the nickname “Flash,”...
Cambridge Staff Goes Extra Mile to Feed Seniors
Bank employees volunteer throughout April to support Cambridge Meals on Wheels program Each weekday in April, you’ll find the six employees at Waypoint Bank – Cambridge taking turns stepping away from the bank to go knocking on doors around the community. But they’re...
Nebraska Family Waypoint Bank Customers for Life
For Dave and Darcy Johnson, being a customer for life means a lot more Waypoint Bank – Cambridge Johnson Angus Ranch customers have banked there since they were kids We all have heard of the notion of being a customer for life. For Dave and Darcy Johnson, it’s much...
Al Svajgr Presented with NEBRASKAlander Award
Al's story is one of dedication, humility, and a lifelong commitment to the land that shaped him – a true Nebraska legend. Distinguished NEBRASKAlander Award This March, Waypoint Bank Director Al Svajgr was honored with the 2024 Distinguished NEBRASKAlander...
Payton Oliverius: Loan Officer with a Passion for Ag
Payton Oliverius offers agriculture and banking knowledge to Waypoint Bank customers Payton, Waypoint Bank Imperial’s loan officer, has a lifetime of agricultural knowledge and passion. Growing up on his family's ranch north of Bayard Neb., Payton is no stranger to...
Cozad Area Farmer Craig has Harvested for 70 Years
92-year-old mans the combine, leading four generations in the field We were thrilled last fall when one of Waypoint Bank – Cozad’s long-time customers, 92-year-old Craig Worrell, was featured on NTV’s Grow. Reporter Steve White interviewed Craig, Betty (his wife of 73...
New Waypoint Bank CEO Has Deep Roots in Nebraska Banking
Tim Sladek follows in his father’s footsteps as a community banker Ask Tim Sladek how he discovered his calling to be a banker; he’ll tell you that he didn’t need to look too far or for too long. His dad was his role model. His inspiration to take up banking started...
Adams Lumber Banks on Personal Service
Owners Amy and Chad Leibbrandt treasure the ties between two long-standing Nebraska companies Among the many products and services it offers for its customers, Adams Lumber cuts glass to meet the specific needs of its customers. But before co-owners Amy and Chad...
‘Grateful’ Waypoint Bank CEO Rides Into Retirement
After 44 years in banking, Kirk Riley looks ahead to family time, being outside, and Harley rides In a manner of speaking, Kirk Riley has spent his entire life in banking. His parents were bankers in Kirk’s hometown of Shelton, Neb. So, when he started his first...
Waypoint Bank Finances Historic St. Mary’s Inn in Colo. Springs
Turn-of-the-20th-Century Bed and Breakfast blends traditional charm with modern amenities When it comes to lodging, count the St. Mary’s Inn among Colorado Springs classics. Constructed in 1896, this old-world bed and breakfast has roots that run deep into the history...
Dave Besch: A banker with a gift for customer service
Commercial lending and consumer advice are part of the package for Dave and his Waypoint Bank Northern Colorado team You might say Dave Besch was born with the Christmas spirit. And you’d be right on many levels, especially since the Northern Colorado Branch President...
Waypoint Bank Lights Way for Home Lighting in Colo. Springs
Commercial lending provides financing for fixture in lighting business From a business standpoint, the outlook for Jim Walters back in 2012 was partly cloudy. But the owner of Home Lighting in Colorado Springs found a guiding light with the help of Waypoint Bank....
Waypoint Bank – Clay Center Celebrates 30 Years
Nebraska branch specializes in ag loans to Clay County and surrounding communities Earlier this month, Waypoint Bank – Clay Center celebrated its 30th anniversary with around 75 people. Attendees were treated to a fun history of the bank from Dave Higbea, who...
An Achievement 140 Years in the Making
Waypoint Bank celebrates a milestone anniversary and honors long-time team members Thank you to our customers and our community A milestone means even more when it can be shared. On October 12, the people of Waypoint Bank were blessed to share our milestone – 140...
Golden Anniversary for Longest-Tenured Employee
Julie Knauss started her career in banking in 1973 Earlier this month, Waypoint Bank – Cozad honored Julie Knauss for reaching a remarkable milestone, marking 50 years of service. Currently in the bookkeeping department, Julie is the longest-tenured employee in the...