Staff & Board
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Thank you for all you do to build a thriving economy, vibrant communities and a lasting culture of generosity in Central Minnesota. If you have a project or program that needs support, we encourage you to reach out to a member of our staff. From lending initiatives to entrepreneurial expertise, from childcare solutions to nonprofit development questions, we have the knowledge and connections to help you move forward.
Organizational Leadership
Entrepreneurship & Lending
Community & Workforce
Development & Partner Funds
Finance & Administration
Marketing & Communications
Board of Trustees
![Brett Anderson](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Brett-Anderson_4x5-285x285.jpg)
Brett Anderson
First National Bank of Milaca![Jessica Bitz](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Jessica_Bitz_4x5-285x285.jpg)
Jessica Bitz
Falcon National Bank![Santo Cruz](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Santo-Cruz_4X5_web-285x285.jpg)
Santo Cruz
CentraCare Health![Kim Ellingson](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/KimEllingson_Web-285x285.jpg)
Kim Ellingson
Bremer Bank![Teri Hoggarth](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Teri-Hoggarth-Web-285x285.jpg)
Teri Hoggarth
Board Treasurer Edward Jones![Mateo Mackbee](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Mateo_Mackbee_Web-285x285.jpg)
Mateo Mackbee
Krewe and Flour & Flower![David Monroy](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/David-Monroy-Web-285x285.jpg)
David Monroy
Board Chair Monroy Law Office, PLLC![Joe Mulford](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Joe-Mulford_Web-285x285.jpg)
Joe Mulford
Pine Technical & Community College![Joe Nayquonabe Jr.](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Joe_Nayquonabe_Web-285x285.jpg)
Joe Nayquonabe Jr.
Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures![Julie Nelson](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Julie_Nelson_Web-285x285.jpg)
Julie Nelson
Mayer, Porter & Nelson, LTD![Tim Nelson](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Tim_Nelson_Web-285x285.jpg)
Tim Nelson
Isanti County![Dan Weber](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Dan_Weber_Web-285x285.jpg)
Dan Weber
Sherburne County![Kristi Westbrock](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Kristi_Westbrock_Web-285x285.jpg)
Kristi Westbrock
BOARD VICE CHAIR Consolidated Telecommunications Company![Carrie Willis](https://ifound.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Carrie_Willis_Web-285x285.jpg)
Carrie Willis
Granite PartnersEmeritus Board
- Jim Anderson, Brainerd
- John E. Babcock, Anoka
- Rick Bauerly, St. Cloud
- Charles Black Lance, Baxter
- Reggie Clow, Merrifield
- Don Engen, Crosslake
- Kathy Gaalswyk, East Gull Lake
- Pat Gorham, Mora
- Dave Gruenes, St. Cloud
- Lee Hanson, Rice
- Arnie Johnson, Lakeshore
- Larry Korf, Genola
- Mary Sam, Onamia
- John Schlagel, Andover
- Steve Shurts, Lakeville
- Dorothy Simpson, Minneapolis
- Pat Spence, Rice
- Traci Tapani, Hugo
- Wayne Wolden, Wadena
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We're Here to Serve You
Staff members are in the Little Falls office every Monday. During the remainder of the week, the team members often work remotely—in the Central Minnesota communities where they live and in the communities they serve and support. Hours generally are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fridays. Use the contact information on this page to get connected today.