Iowa native Christian Marcussen has been named Ascentra’s new Chief Technology & Innovation Officer. Christian brings a multitude of experience to Ascentra through past positions held with Mazuma Credit Union in Kansas City, Missouri and Abound Credit Union in Louisville, Kentucky, as well as iLending in Denver, Colorado. He is known for taking a fresh and transformative approach to business and leadership by delivering effective growth strategies, fostering purpose-driven organizations and engaging
Come join us as we explore what we wear and why it is important to our culture. Erika Holst, Curator of History at the Illinois State Museum is passionate about sharing stories of people and history through material culture. She has worked in the public history field for 15 years curating more than a dozen specific exhibitions. Her presentation will highlight examples of garments and artifacts from clothing during the 19th century; how it was created, mended, re-made, washed, and ultimately recycled.
Timber Lake Playhouse will open their doors early this year for Trivia Night followed by a series of fun filled events for all members of the family. Mark your calendars for April 6 for TLP Trivia Night, an event that you won't want to miss! Put your knowledge to the test while enjoying delicious food and the chance to win exciting prizes? Whether you're a trivia master or just looking for a fun night out with friends, TLP’s Trivia Night has something for everyone. TLP continues their Spring Events
Over 500 pounds of items were donated to the Morrison Food Pantry on Wednesday, March 13th, 2024. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, Homestead of Morrison and Morrison Community Hospital joined forces with a friendly competition to gather items for the Morrison Food Pantry. The pantry was running low on personal care items, so that was a big focus of what was donated; however, there were a lot of food items donated from the group as well. Laveda Ashlin, president of the food pantry, stated "We are blessed
Ascentra Credit Union has contributed $50,000 to the River Bend Food Bank’s and the John Deere Foundation’s “Plowing a New Path to End Hunger” match campaign. The campaign was created to close an almost $1.3 million funding gap that the food bank currently faces due to increased food insecurity and higher food costs. “Food insecurity continues to grow in western Illinois and eastern Iowa communities,” said Linda Andry, President and CEO, Ascentra Credit Union. “Helping the food bank meet the needs of our
Speak Out Against Suicide Scholarship Opportunity 1 - $2000.00 Mental Health Field 8 - $500.00 Scholarships Speak Out Against Suicide’s mission is to eliminate the stigma of suicide and depression. Our goal is to increase awareness and prevention, and to create safe environments to which community members know they are not alone and can feel free to ask for help. Our organization is volunteer based, and we are involved with helping communities with various projects. To Qualify You MUST: Be a senior
Site Selection Magazine is an internationally circulated business publication covering corporate real estate and economic development. The rankings, which include all metro regions along the Mississippi River Corridor, are based on corporate facility investment projects that meet specific criteria. Projects that qualified between July 2022 and December 2023 had at least $1 million invested, at least 20 new jobs created, or at least 20,000 new square feet of operational space. Clinton ranked number four
MercyOne Elkader Medical Center CEO Brooke Kensinger was named one of Becker’s Hospital Review’s 110 Rural Hospital and Health System CEOs to Know in 2024. “Kensinger's steadfast dedication and unwavering commitment to health care while leading MercyOne Elkader Medical Center earned her the Iowa Hospital Association’s 2021 Young Executive Achievement Award. She has led the 25-bed critical access hospital for over five years,” said Becker’s Hospital Review. "I am honored to be recognized by Becker’s
CFB Holding Company, the parent entity of Citizens First Bank, held its annual shareholder meeting on Wednesday, February 21, 2024.Stephen C. Clements, President & CEO of Citizens First Bank, shared the outcomes of the bank for the fiscal year concluding December 31, 2023. He reported the achievements of the bank from the previous year, including positive returns for shareholders, reflected in an ROE (Return on Equity) of 7.90%. The 2023 year-end financial report reflects Citizens First Bank's total assets
Each year charities are chosen by the bank’s employees. “Our employees are our boots on the ground in each of our communities so it only makes sense that they would choose the charities that participate in this wonderful event,” said Dean Ahlers, President & CEO. “Sterling Federal Bank has a long history of servicing the local communities it represents. Our employees’ willingness to give of their time, talent, and treasure never ceases to amaze me.” The top (3) charities will receive:Grand prize winner
First Central State Bank’s Goose Lake location will welcome a new Branch Manager after Kathy Sellnau’s retirement. The new manager will be a familiar face among the First Central team members. Maggie Goebel-Bly will take over for Sellnau, who is retiring after 21 years with First Central. Sellnau will remain with the bank until April. Goebel-Bly, who began with First Central at its DeWitt location, is now stationed at the Goose Lake location and is an Assistant Vice President, Private Banker and Branch
In the ever-evolving business world, incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into marketing strategies is essential for small businesses, going beyond moral responsibility to become a key business strategy. This article dives into DEI's vital role in marketing, providing small businesses with practical methods to weave these values into their branding and operations. Adopting this strategy boosts creative potential, widens customer reach, and fosters greater brand loyalty.Understanding DEI's
In 2024, a total of $15,000 in scholarships will be awarded to 15 Ascentra student members to help offset the costs of attending postsecondary education through a college, university or trade program. The program includes awards for three different types of students. Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to high school student members planning to enter college.Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to non-traditional student members age 19 or over planning to attend higher education.Five $1,000
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
You’ve worked hard to hone your writing craft, and now all that’s left is to get discovered and start making a name for yourself. But how exactly do you do that? Being a successful creative writer requires more than just talent. You must be savvy about marketing, business, and the industry, among other things. Read on for some simple tips to help you set up a flourishing career as a creative writer! Working on Your Craft The most important thing any creative writer can do is to keep