Mitch Korf of North Platte, regional vice-president, goes over some numbers with a customer. (Johnson Publications photo)
Attendees line up to register for a chance to win a prize. Jackie Broeder of Grant and Linda Varilek of Lamar both won folding rocking camp chairs in a bag. Vanessa Swanson of Imperial won a Yeti cooler; Sharon Maris of Wauneta, won a “Rural First” cheese serving set; Kathy Kuenning of Imperial won an FCSAmerica package which included a cooler, blanket and mug, while Robert Bartels of Imperial won the “Magnify” package which included a coffee cup, computer mouse and popcorn. (Johnson Publications photo)
Josh Fries, financial officer, and his mom, Marla Fries of Benkelman, Amy Johnson, account specialist and Penny Lee, customer service coordinator, discuss how the open house is going and greet visitors as they arrive. (Johnson Publications photo)
Public gets look at new Farm Credit Services of America building
Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica) held an open house Friday at its new facility in Imperial at 686 East 3rd Street. Johna Jablonski, Vice President of Retail Operations for the Nebraska western region, said about 100 took tours, visited with staff, enjoyed refreshments and signed up for prize giveaways. Also on hand for the event was Tim Koch of Omaha, member of the executive leadership team, senior vice-president and chief credit officer; board member Phil Bamesberger of Indianola; and Mitch Korf of North Platte, regional vice-president. Jablonski thanked everyone who helped with and attended the open house, saying she appreciated their support and business over the years. She added that the staff is looking forward to serving farmers/ranchers throughout the area from their new office location.