Staff & Board

Find Your Local Expert ...

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.

Community & Workforce

Don Hickman

Don Hickman

Vice President for Community & Workforce Development (320) 631-2043
Elizabeth Mboutchom

Elizabeth Mboutchom

Clean Energy & Community Resiliency Program Officer (202) 640-9289

Marketing & Communications

Board of Trustees

Brett Anderson

Brett Anderson

BOARD VICE CHAIR First National Bank of Milaca
Tracy Bertram

Tracy Bertram

UnitedHealthcare
Jessica Bitz

Jessica Bitz

Falcon National Bank
Hara Charlier

Hara Charlier

Central Lakes College
Santo Cruz

Santo Cruz

CentraCare Health
Larry Dietz

Larry Dietz

St. Cloud State University
Teri Hoggarth

Teri Hoggarth

Board Treasurer Edward Jones
Hudda Ibrahim

Hudda Ibrahim

Filsan Talent Partners
Justin Jahnz

Justin Jahnz

East Central Energy
Mateo Mackbee

Mateo Mackbee

Krewe and Flour & Flower
Joe Mulford

Joe Mulford

Pine Technical & Community College
Joe Nayquonabe Jr.

Joe Nayquonabe Jr.

Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
Tim Nelson

Tim Nelson

Isanti County
Dan Weber

Dan Weber

Sherburne County
Kristi Westbrock

Kristi Westbrock

BOARD CHAIR Consolidated Telecommunications Company
Carrie Willis

Carrie Willis

Granite Partners

Emeritus Board

  • John E. Babcock, Anoka
  • Rick Bauerly, St. Cloud
  • Charles Black Lance, Baxter
  • Reggie Clow, Merrifield
  • Kim Ellingson, Pequot Lakes
  • Kathy Gaalswyk, East Gull Lake
  • Pat Gorham, Mora
  • Dave Gruenes, St. Cloud
  • Lee Hanson, Rice
  • Arnie Johnson, Lakeshore
  • Larry Korf, Genola
  • David Monroy, Elk River
  • Mary Sam, Onamia
  • John Schlagel, Andover
  • Steve Shurts, Lakeville
  • Dorothy Simpson, Minneapolis
  • Pat Spence, Rice
  • Traci Tapani, Hugo
  • Wayne Wolden, Wadena
A Hybrid Workplace

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.