“Trust in your loan officer.” Stef Russell, Dakota West’s mortgage expert in Watford City offered her simplest advice to those navigating the home-buying process. “The process can be time consuming, and there’s a lot of paperwork, but trust in your loan officer to help make the process easier.” Creating trusting relationships with her borrowers ensures more…
Category: Profiles
Meet Melissa Hagen
Listening to Melissa Hagen discuss the people of Mohall, whether her fellow staff or others within her community, explains why she has spent the last decade serving the people of Renville County. Originally referred by a Dakota West employee when there was a branch opening for a part time Member Service Representative, Melissa is now more…
Meet Todd Hickel
For Todd Hickel, Loan Officer at our New England branch, a typical work day depends on the season. Autumn is particularly busy with harvesting and selling of crops. Todd’s focus on the agriculture community in Hettinger County keeps him busy throughout the year, and keeps him close to his roots and his family. Born and more…
Meet Jenn Parker
Not every teacher is headed back to school this month. Jenn Parker, a Member Services Representative in our New Town branch, embraces teaching as one of her favorite parts of her job. She just celebrated six years with Dakota West Credit Union, and she shares her gift of experience with others. “I am in a more…
Meet Kim Eriksmoen
Kim joined the team in our northern-most branch in 2013, but she’s just recently become a resident of Mohall. She and her family reside on a 10-acre farm in Renville County, where they are busy adding a deck to enjoy the long summer days. “I like being outside – mowing, yardwork.” When winter sets in more…
