The Bridge

Holidays look different for every crew. Hear from 3 Crew members how they navigate the joys (and challenges) of the holiday season.

Hosts: Troy Pfannenstiel, Kelly O'Donnell, and Ashley Schantell

Today we are spending time with family members of Veterans. They each have a unique story about how the military has impacted their life. We will hear from the perspective of a spouse, a child, a parent, and a sibling. We will hear about the pride shared for their loved ones, opportunities provided, and the sacrifices made.

Team Patriot is one of our associations ERGS. We are a “community of one" who aspire to serve and honor those who have served our country. Whether it’s installing American flags at each retail location, bringing in veteran speakers, or organizing the 9/11 stair climb events, we’re proud to honor those who currently serve, have served, and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Host: Mary McNally

Guests (teammates): Jessica Nolte, Marissa Schuster, Chris Mobley, and Dyan McMullin

On this episode of The Bridge, we’re joined by hosts, Carli Jacobsen, Strategic Marketing Manager and Trish Mitchell, Performance Marketing Manager with guest Jeneen Sagon, Product Owner and 2022 Beacon Leader. Beacon is an Employee Resource Group dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community by cultivating an inclusive, safe, and a welcoming workplace where we celebrate authenticity. In this episode, we dig into the history of National Coming Out Day and explore our some of our own teammates experiences.

Hosts: Carli Jacobsen and Trish Mitchell

Guests: Jeneen Sagon

On this episode of The Bridge, we hear from Jessica Fyre, EVP Chief Administrative Officer. This is another episode of our popular series "Ask ELT" where Jessica sits down with us to discuss her role with AgCountry Farm Credit Services, what has helped her in her leadership role, as well as a day in the life of ELT. Listen in to hear about some current focuses, advice she has for young professionals, and what her favorite pizza is!

Advice for teammates that Jessica wishes she had been given earlier in her career… “I have a natural tendency to be a planner. I think early on in my career I kind of set forth and said this is what I want to do in 2 years, 5 years, 10 years, etc. and I think for someone to tell me that it’s ok to plan, but it’s also ok for that plan to not turn out the way you expect.” 

Join three members from our Families ERG as we discuss tips and tricks for the “Back to School” season.

Stay connected with CREW members and other families on the CREW's Engage page.

Team Catalyst members, Jeannie Fetrow and Kelsey White, along with SVP Fallon Savage, discuss confidence, empowerment, work-life balance and many other pressing topics.

On this episode of The Bridge, we’re joined by host, Liz Kerrigan, Community Relations Manager with guests Michelle Spies, Lending Compliance Officer and Amy White, Loan Accounting Specialist. Beacon is an Employee Resource Group dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community by cultivating an inclusive, safe, and a welcoming workplace where we celebrate authenticity. June is Pride Month, and, on this episode, we discuss the history of Pride, the Associations’ participation in Omaha’s Heartland Pride Parade on July 13 as well as a new opportunity, Friends of Beacon, for teammates to who want to engage in additional ways with Beacon.

Host: Liz Kerrigan

Guests: Michelle Spies and Amy White

On this episode of the Bridge, we are joined by host, Maryann Peak, AIP specialist, based out of Emporia, KS and Jackie McLaughlin, Vice President of Strategy Enablement. This is another episode in our popular series “Bridging the Gap” where our goal is to share the story of teams across our Associations with our listeners.  

Jackie and Maryann emphasized the importance of effective change leadership & change management in organizational success. They discussed the need for adaptability, continuous learning, and collaboration within their own organization, and how each teammate has a personal responsibility on leading those around them with support, empathy and understanding of the changes around all of us.

On this episode of the Bridge, we are joined by host, Mary McNally and teammates Carl Watson, Ramiro Benavides, Justin Leisy, and Chris Obermeyer.  They each have a unique story to share about their time in the military and how it impacted their life. We will hear about their sacrifice for our country and the importance of teamwork.

The Patriot ERG mission statement describes our group as a community of one who aspire to continue to serve and honor those who have served our country. Whether it’s installing American flags at each retail location, bringing in veteran speakers, or organizing the 9/11 stair climb events, we’re proud to honor those who currently serve, have served, and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

On this episode of The Bridge we’re joined by Christa Wilson, RVP of Lending in Eastern Iowa, Barb Weber, FO in the Mitchell office and Theresa Johnson CXS in the Sioux Falls office. Catalyst is an ERG with a mission to foster opportunities to empower women and enrich their professional development. On today’s episode, in celebration of Women’s History Month, our guests dive into a fun conversation on past memories, experiences and changes they’ve had during their careers.

Host: Sydney Becker

Guests: Christa Wilson, Barb Weber, and Theresa Johnson