Our Team

Serving Greater Sauk Prairie

Personal Banking

Phyllis Dresser — Phyllis Dresser Vice President, Retail Email

Meet Phyllis Dresser

Vice President, Retail

Phyllis has close to 40 years in banking experience with nearing 26 years at the Bank of Prairie du Sac. When Phyllis first arrived at the Bank, she started as a Teller, transitioning in the Customer Service Department to Branch Manager, AVP and finally her current position as Retail Vice President. Her main focus — not only for herself, but emphasizing to her staff — is the importance of quality customer service and building relationships. Phyllis has been greatly involved with Bank and Chamber events, while outside of work, she holds a position on the board for the Friends of Sauk Prairie Health as well as different committees within her church.

Phyllis Dresser — Phyllis Dresser Vice President, Retail Email

Meet Phyllis Dresser

Vice President, Retail

Phyllis has close to 40 years in banking experience with nearing 26 years at the Bank of Prairie du Sac. When Phyllis first arrived at the Bank, she started as a Teller, transitioning in the Customer Service Department to Branch Manager, AVP and finally her current position as Retail Vice President. Her main focus — not only for herself, but emphasizing to her staff — is the importance of quality customer service and building relationships. Phyllis has been greatly involved with Bank and Chamber events, while outside of work, she holds a position on the board for the Friends of Sauk Prairie Health as well as different committees within her church.

Pam Shaw — Pam Shaw AVP, Retail Email

Meet Pam Shaw

AVP, Retail

For 12 years Pam has been a dedicated leader within the retail banking department. She is active assisting Chamber events and a current board member of the Wisconsin Bankers Association Retail Committee. Previously, Pam was on the board for the Sauk Prairie Commission as well.

Pam Shaw — Pam Shaw AVP, Retail Email

Meet Pam Shaw

AVP, Retail

For 12 years Pam has been a dedicated leader within the retail banking department. She is active assisting Chamber events and a current board member of the Wisconsin Bankers Association Retail Committee. Previously, Pam was on the board for the Sauk Prairie Commission as well.

Mortgage Lending

Crystal Lautenbach — Crystal Lautenbach VP, Mortgage Lending Email NMLS #451162

Meet Crystal Lautenbach

VP, Mortgage Lending

Crystal has more than 20 years of experience in banking. She has a passion for helping customers finance the home of their dreams, whether they are looking to buy or build. Born and raised in Sauk Prairie, she has an in-depth understanding of the local home market and community features. Crystal also offers home equity loans and lines of credit for those looking to use the equity in their home to finance that special project. She is actively involved in the Sauk Prairie community, volunteering for Friends of Sauk Prairie Parks and Recreation.

Crystal Lautenbach — Crystal Lautenbach VP, Mortgage Lending Email NMLS #451162

Meet Crystal Lautenbach

VP, Mortgage Lending

Crystal has more than 20 years of experience in banking. She has a passion for helping customers finance the home of their dreams, whether they are looking to buy or build. Born and raised in Sauk Prairie, she has an in-depth understanding of the local home market and community features. Crystal also offers home equity loans and lines of credit for those looking to use the equity in their home to finance that special project. She is actively involved in the Sauk Prairie community, volunteering for Friends of Sauk Prairie Parks and Recreation.

Amanda Suchla — Amanda Suchla AVP Mortgage Lending Email NMLS #2441729

Meet Amanda Suchla

AVP Mortgage Lending

Amanda has been with Bank of Prairie du Sac for 8 years. Before transitioning to the Mortgage Lending team, she worked as a Credit Analyst with the commercial & agricultural lenders. Raised in the Sauk Prairie community, she understands the importance of community relationships & looks forward to helping buyers purchase or build their dream homes. Outside of the bank, Amanda currently volunteers on the board of directors for the Good Neighbor Clinic of Sauk Prairie.

Amanda Suchla — Amanda Suchla AVP Mortgage Lending Email NMLS #2441729

Meet Amanda Suchla

AVP Mortgage Lending

Amanda has been with Bank of Prairie du Sac for 8 years. Before transitioning to the Mortgage Lending team, she worked as a Credit Analyst with the commercial & agricultural lenders. Raised in the Sauk Prairie community, she understands the importance of community relationships & looks forward to helping buyers purchase or build their dream homes. Outside of the bank, Amanda currently volunteers on the board of directors for the Good Neighbor Clinic of Sauk Prairie.

Business Banking

Bradley Prohaska — Bradley Prohaska Vice President Email NMLS #709657

Meet Bradley Prohaska

Vice President

Brad develops a personal relationship with each business he helps. He has more than 20 years of experience in banking and lending, with a focus on business development. Brad strives to help his customers grow and reach their goals, knowing that they are the foundation of our community.

Bradley Prohaska — Bradley Prohaska Vice President Email NMLS #709657

Meet Bradley Prohaska

Vice President

Brad develops a personal relationship with each business he helps. He has more than 20 years of experience in banking and lending, with a focus on business development. Brad strives to help his customers grow and reach their goals, knowing that they are the foundation of our community.

Mike Phillips — Mike Phillips Senior Vice President & Chief Lending Officer Email NMLS #709663

Meet Mike Phillips

Senior Vice President & Chief Lending Officer

Mike has a deep understanding of business banking and lending from more than 30 years of experience. Mike manages commercial and real estate loans and holds degrees in business and banking. He is knowledgeable about the local community and economy, so he can help businesses make informed banking decisions.

Mike Phillips — Mike Phillips Senior Vice President & Chief Lending Officer Email NMLS #709663

Meet Mike Phillips

Senior Vice President & Chief Lending Officer

Mike has a deep understanding of business banking and lending from more than 30 years of experience. Mike manages commercial and real estate loans and holds degrees in business and banking. He is knowledgeable about the local community and economy, so he can help businesses make informed banking decisions.

Casey Koenig — Casey Koenig Vice President, Commercial Lending Email

Meet Casey Koenig

Vice President, Commercial Lending

Casey enjoys working with businesses to help them grow. He has a wide range of banking expertise, from commercial lending to cash management. Casey stays involved in the community as a volunteer and as part of the local Chamber of Commerce. He looks forward to forming long-lasting business relationships.

Casey Koenig — Casey Koenig Vice President, Commercial Lending Email

Meet Casey Koenig

Vice President, Commercial Lending

Casey enjoys working with businesses to help them grow. He has a wide range of banking expertise, from commercial lending to cash management. Casey stays involved in the community as a volunteer and as part of the local Chamber of Commerce. He looks forward to forming long-lasting business relationships.

Ag Lending

Rick Puls — Rick Puls Vice President, Commercial & Ag Lending Email

Meet Rick Puls

Vice President, Commercial & Ag Lending

Rick is no stranger to commercial and agricultural lending. With 23 years in lending experience, with nearing 5 years at Bank of Prairie du Sac, Rick’s main focus is taking care of the customers’ goals through quality team approaches. Outside of his banking career, Rick is involved in the FFA Alumni & Supporters, Knights of Columbus groups, and attends or assists in different Chamber events. He also enjoys spending time with his family or being outdoors hunting, fishing, and hiking.

Rick Puls — Rick Puls Vice President, Commercial & Ag Lending Email

Meet Rick Puls

Vice President, Commercial & Ag Lending

Rick is no stranger to commercial and agricultural lending. With 23 years in lending experience, with nearing 5 years at Bank of Prairie du Sac, Rick’s main focus is taking care of the customers’ goals through quality team approaches. Outside of his banking career, Rick is involved in the FFA Alumni & Supporters, Knights of Columbus groups, and attends or assists in different Chamber events. He also enjoys spending time with his family or being outdoors hunting, fishing, and hiking.

Human Resources

Cathy Yanke — Cathy Yanke AVP, Human Resources Email

Meet Cathy Yanke

AVP, Human Resources

Cathy enjoys welcoming new employees into the bank team and supporting them as they grow in their bank career. She partners closely with both management and employees to support the banks promise to do what is right for our employees while helping to meet bank goals. Involvement in the community is important to Cathy and she coordinates and delivers Mobile Meals for the bank while also being active in SP FFA Alumni and Supporters, church boards, and a variety of other volunteer activities. She looks forward to building additional relationships while recruiting new employees as the bank continues to grow and change.

Cathy Yanke — Cathy Yanke AVP, Human Resources Email

Meet Cathy Yanke

AVP, Human Resources

Cathy enjoys welcoming new employees into the bank team and supporting them as they grow in their bank career. She partners closely with both management and employees to support the banks promise to do what is right for our employees while helping to meet bank goals. Involvement in the community is important to Cathy and she coordinates and delivers Mobile Meals for the bank while also being active in SP FFA Alumni and Supporters, church boards, and a variety of other volunteer activities. She looks forward to building additional relationships while recruiting new employees as the bank continues to grow and change.

The Rest of the Team

Jennifer Haskins — Jennifer Haskins AVP, Compliance Officer Email

Meet Jennifer Haskins

AVP, Compliance Officer

Jennifer has been with Bank of Prairie du Sac for over 25 years with banking experience from Retail to Compliance. She has built long lasting customer relationships with many in the Sauk Prairie community. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, fishing, and camping.

Jennifer Haskins — Jennifer Haskins AVP, Compliance Officer Email

Meet Jennifer Haskins

AVP, Compliance Officer

Jennifer has been with Bank of Prairie du Sac for over 25 years with banking experience from Retail to Compliance. She has built long lasting customer relationships with many in the Sauk Prairie community. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, fishing, and camping.

Brett Kirner — Brett Kirner Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer Email NMLS #673057

Meet Brett Kirner

Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer

As well as being a Sauk Prairie native, Brett has been with Bank of Prairie du Sac for over 11 years. Currently, Brett oversees the Information Technology, Deposit Operations, and Digital Banking departments.

Brett Kirner — Brett Kirner Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer Email NMLS #673057

Meet Brett Kirner

Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer

As well as being a Sauk Prairie native, Brett has been with Bank of Prairie du Sac for over 11 years. Currently, Brett oversees the Information Technology, Deposit Operations, and Digital Banking departments.

Roxi Maier — Roxi Maier Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer Email

Meet Roxi Maier

Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Roxi has more than 38 years of banking experience, with 30 of those years at Bank of Prairie du Sac. She enjoys working with customers and co-workers, alike. Roxi has been an active member of the community, serving on many boards over the years.

Roxi Maier — Roxi Maier Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer Email

Meet Roxi Maier

Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Roxi has more than 38 years of banking experience, with 30 of those years at Bank of Prairie du Sac. She enjoys working with customers and co-workers, alike. Roxi has been an active member of the community, serving on many boards over the years.

Steve Ploetz — Steve Ploetz President & CEO Email

Meet Steve Ploetz

President & CEO

President and CEO Steve Ploetz has been with Bank of Prairie du Sac since 1977 and within those 45 years, Steve has aspired to be your partner and trusted advisor. Born and raised in Sauk Prairie, Steve is dedicated to his community and community banking.

Steve Ploetz — Steve Ploetz President & CEO Email

Meet Steve Ploetz

President & CEO

President and CEO Steve Ploetz has been with Bank of Prairie du Sac since 1977 and within those 45 years, Steve has aspired to be your partner and trusted advisor. Born and raised in Sauk Prairie, Steve is dedicated to his community and community banking.

Donna Slaney — Donna Slaney AVP, Loan Operations Email

Meet Donna Slaney

AVP, Loan Operations

During Donna’s seven years with Bank of Prairie du Sac she has filled all sorts of roles from managing the Loan Operations department to assisting with the conversion of our core system along with numerous other projects branching off the conversion. Donna plans to retire in late January of 2023.

Donna Slaney — Donna Slaney AVP, Loan Operations Email

Meet Donna Slaney

AVP, Loan Operations

During Donna’s seven years with Bank of Prairie du Sac she has filled all sorts of roles from managing the Loan Operations department to assisting with the conversion of our core system along with numerous other projects branching off the conversion. Donna plans to retire in late January of 2023.

Jackie Sliter — Jackie Sliter AVP, Executive Assistant-Director of Shareholder Relations Email

Meet Jackie Sliter

AVP, Executive Assistant-Director of Shareholder Relations

Jackie continues to enjoy a great career while forming so many business and personal relationships. She says, “The best part of her career is being a part of a great community that strives to reinvest in each other and lend a hand to thrive and grow.” Born and raised in Sauk Prairie, she has seen a lot of changes and thankful to be a part of it. When not at work, you can find Jackie out walking, biking or working her flower garden.

Jackie Sliter — Jackie Sliter AVP, Executive Assistant-Director of Shareholder Relations Email

Meet Jackie Sliter

AVP, Executive Assistant-Director of Shareholder Relations

Jackie continues to enjoy a great career while forming so many business and personal relationships. She says, “The best part of her career is being a part of a great community that strives to reinvest in each other and lend a hand to thrive and grow.” Born and raised in Sauk Prairie, she has seen a lot of changes and thankful to be a part of it. When not at work, you can find Jackie out walking, biking or working her flower garden.

Gina Wyttenbach — Gina Wyttenbach AVP, Credit Email

Meet Gina Wyttenbach

AVP, Credit

Gina works directly with Bank of Prairie du Sac loan officers to analyze and underwrite credits across various industries. Although not originally from the area, she is proud to call the Sauk Prairie community home.

Gina Wyttenbach — Gina Wyttenbach AVP, Credit Email

Meet Gina Wyttenbach

AVP, Credit

Gina works directly with Bank of Prairie du Sac loan officers to analyze and underwrite credits across various industries. Although not originally from the area, she is proud to call the Sauk Prairie community home.

Amy Yanke — Amy Yanke AVP, Controller Email

Meet Amy Yanke

AVP, Controller

For the past 12 years Amy has been pursuing her career at Bank of Prairie du Sac. She grew up in Sauk Prairie area and still loves to support small businesses and all that the community has to offer. Outside of work Amy holds board positions on the Sauk Prairie Community Club and Sauk Prairie FFA Alumni and Supporters.

Amy Yanke — Amy Yanke AVP, Controller Email

Meet Amy Yanke

AVP, Controller

For the past 12 years Amy has been pursuing her career at Bank of Prairie du Sac. She grew up in Sauk Prairie area and still loves to support small businesses and all that the community has to offer. Outside of work Amy holds board positions on the Sauk Prairie Community Club and Sauk Prairie FFA Alumni and Supporters.

Bank of Prairie du Sac Board of Directors - Julie Coquard, Craig Culver, John McFarlane, Steve Ploetz, Mike Wehler, J. Patricia Yanke

Steve Ploetz, Chairman
Julie Coquard
Craig Culver
John McFarlane
Mike Wehler
J. Patricia Yanke