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BankWest - South Dakota BankWest provides more than financial services. We offer trust, confidence and expertise. Member FDIC Community bank in South Dakota

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Denise FosterFor more than 20 years, Denise Foster has been helping customers ...
09/29/2026

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Denise Foster

For more than 20 years, Denise Foster has been helping customers navigate important financial decisions and turn homeownership goals into reality. With experience in every facet of the mortgage process, she brings deep mortgage expertise and a customer-first approach to every conversation. Her philosophy is simple and timeless: treat others the way you would want to be treated.

Denise is actively involved in the housing industry through the Central Board of Realtors, Oahe Home Builders Association, and serves as a board member of the South Dakota Manufactured Housing Association. She is also actively involved in the Pierre community through different volunteer programs. Outside of work, Denise enjoys spending time with her family, reading, gardening, and helping run the family farm.

We're grateful for Denise's dedication, experience, and commitment to serving our customers and communities.

Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender | NMLS #747399 |

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Stephen WebbBuilding strong relationships is at the heart of Stephen Webb's ap...
09/24/2026

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Stephen Webb

Building strong relationships is at the heart of Stephen Webb's approach to helping customers achieve their homeownership goals. As a Manufactured Housing Originator, Stephen brings nearly 20 years of experience in marketing, sales, and management to the BankWest Manufactured Housing team. He believes every customer relationship begins with partnership, communication, and a shared goal of finding the best financing solution.

A graduate of Black Hills State University, When he's not helping customers navigate the lending process, Stephen enjoys spending time with his wife, Leesa, and their twin daughters.

Thank you, Stephen, for bringing enthusiasm, dedication, and a customer-focused approach to the BankWest Manufactured Housing team!

Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender | NMLS #2500444 |

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Renee GullicksonWhen it comes to helping customers navigate the path to homeow...
09/22/2026

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Renee Gullickson

When it comes to helping customers navigate the path to homeownership, experience matters, and Renee Gullickson brings nearly 40 years of banking expertise to every conversation.

As an AVP Mortgage Originator in Madison, Renee has spent more than three decades helping customers achieve their goals through personalized lending solutions. From first-time homebuyers purchasing their very first home to families building their dream home, she takes pride in finding the financing option that best fits each customer's unique situation. Her expertise includes South Dakota Housing, Conventional, FHA, VA, and Construction Loans.

A graduate of Ethan High School and Dakota State University, Renee is deeply connected to the Madison community. She stays actively involved through her church, previously served as president of Kiwanis, and has shared her knowledge with local students through Junior Achievement. Outside the office, Renee enjoys spending time with her husband Tim, their two sons, and celebrating life's milestones, including the recent marriage of their oldest son. When she can, you'll find her on the golf course, making memories with family and friends, or enjoying her annual trips to the Black Hills.
Thank you, Renee, for your dedication to helping customers turn their homeownership dreams into reality!

Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender | NMLS #465000 |

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Kelly L. HarnettNational Mortgage Professionals Month is the perfect time to c...
09/18/2026

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Kelly L. Harnett

National Mortgage Professionals Month is the perfect time to celebrate the people who make a lasting impact in the communities they serve, and Kelly Harnett is a wonderful example.

As a Mortgage Originator, Kelly is passionate about helping customers achieve homeownership. Her commitment to service extends far beyond her role at BankWest. She is the founder of Hobo's Healing Heart and Beautify Spearfish, organizations focused on supporting and strengthening the community she loves.

Kelly also dedicates her time to numerous local causes, including serving as a volunteer ski guide for Black Hills Ski for Light and contributing her leadership through the Northern Black Hills Rotary Club.

Her dedication to serving others has earned recognition both within BankWest and throughout the Spearfish community, reflecting the compassion, leadership, and integrity she brings to everything she does.

Thank you, Kelly, for making a difference for our customers and communities every day.

Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender | NMLS #1409924 |

Supporting local families is what community banking is all about. Our Rapid City team was honored to serve as a collecti...
09/17/2026

Supporting local families is what community banking is all about. Our Rapid City team was honored to serve as a collection site for a USO Military Community Baby Shower, helping provide essential baby items for expecting military families. Thanks to donations from our staff and customers, along with support from our Blue Jeans Fund, we were able to make a meaningful impact.

Pictured (L-R): Keith Robbennolt, Pat Watson, Darla Jones, Cynthia Fredrich, Executive Director of the Red Cross Richard Felix, Leann Bachmann, Linda Fischer, Katie Jenkins, Kaye Francisco and Mike Solano.

Member FDIC |

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Dona Mae JohnsonFor over 30 years, Dona Mae Johnson has been helping customers...
09/16/2026

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Dona Mae Johnson

For over 30 years, Dona Mae Johnson has been helping customers navigate one of life's biggest milestones: homeownership.

Starting her BankWest journey in 1994, Dona Mae's passion for serving customers led her into mortgage lending, where she has spent decades guiding families through home purchases, construction loans, and refinancing opportunities. Her commitment to building lasting relationships has made her a trusted resource for generations of customers.

Outside of BankWest, Dona Mae is dedicated to strengthening her community through volunteerism and service. From local housing initiatives to community organizations, she continually finds ways to make a positive impact.

A proud wife, mother, and grandmother, Dona Mae's dedication both at work and in the community reflects the values that define BankWest.

Thank you, Dona Mae, for your years of service and commitment to our customers.

Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender | NMLS #747396 |

We're excited to welcome Stephen Lewis to the BankWest team as Senior Trust Officer! Stephen brings nearly a decade of t...
09/15/2026

We're excited to welcome Stephen Lewis to the BankWest team as Senior Trust Officer! Stephen brings nearly a decade of trust industry experience, along with a strong background in law, accounting, trust administration, and estate planning. His commitment to exceptional customer service and helping individuals and families plan for the future makes him a great addition to our Trust Department. Join us in welcoming Stephen to BankWest!

READ MORE: https://www.bankwest-sd.bank/resources/learn/bankwest-blog/september-2026/bankwest-welcomes-stephen-lewis-senior-trust-officer

Investment products are not FDIC insured, not insured by any federal agency, not guaranteed by the bank, may lose value.

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Jace ConnorHelping customers find the right mortgage solution is what motivate...
09/14/2026

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Jace Connor

Helping customers find the right mortgage solution is what motivates Mortgage Originator Jace Connor every day.

For the past five years, Jace has assisted Mitchell-area customers with financing options for purchasing, building, remodeling, and refinancing homes. A University of South Dakota graduate with a degree in Business Administration, he combines industry knowledge with a genuine commitment to helping customers achieve their goals.
Outside the office, Jace stays active in the Plankinton community through volunteer leadership with Parks & Recreation and coaching youth baseball. Most importantly, he enjoys spending time with his wife and their four children.

Thank you, Jace, for helping customers take the next step toward homeownership.

Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender | NMLS #2029228 |

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Cindy FredrichHelping customers turn house plans into homeownership dreams is ...
09/11/2026

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Cindy Fredrich

Helping customers turn house plans into homeownership dreams is what drives Cindy Fredrich, AVP Mortgage Originator in Rapid City.

With more than 30 years of mortgage lending experience and over a decade at BankWest, Cindy has guided countless customers through buying, building, remodeling, and refinancing their homes. Her favorite part of the job is celebrating alongside customers when they receive the exciting news that their financing has been approved.
Beyond the office, Cindy is deeply involved in her community through organizations including the Black Hills Home Builders Association, Elevate Rapid City, Black Hills Association of Realtors, Box Elder Chamber of Commerce, United Way of the Black Hills, Meals on Wheels, and her church council.

A Wagner, South Dakota native, Cindy enjoys spending time with her husband Jay, their three daughters, four grandchildren, and making the most of the beautiful Black Hills through four-wheeling, gardening, and crafting.

Thank you, Cindy, for your dedication to helping families achieve homeownership!

Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender | NMLS #648733 |

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Scott KohlenbergFor more than two decades, Scott Kohlenberg has helped custome...
09/08/2026

🏠 Mortgage Professionals Month Spotlight: Scott Kohlenberg

For more than two decades, Scott Kohlenberg has helped customers navigate the manufactured housing financing process with knowledge, patience, and a customer-first mindset. As AVP Manufactured Housing Originator, Scott has 22 years of experience with BankWest, including 18 years as an underwriter. His deep understanding of the lending process allows him to guide customers through every step, whether they're ready to purchase today or working toward future homeownership goals.

Scott is active in the manufactured housing industry as a board member of the North Dakota Manufactured Housing Association. He holds a degree in Business Administration and Travel Industry Management from Black Hills State University. Outside of work, Scott enjoys spending time with his wife Nora, their daughter and son, and their Labrador. He also serves on the Board of Trustees for his church and enjoys golfing and hunting.

Thank you, Scott, for your dedication to helping customers find the financing solutions that fit their needs!

Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender | NMLS #747392 |

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