Niki Arends
HR Assistant

About Niki: I live in Cedar Falls. I have 2 daughters ages 13 and 11. I enjoy gardening, thrifting, a great movie or show and a delicious cup of coffee or Pearl Tea smoothie.

Fun Fact: I used to milk cows.

Why Bank with Niki: It is very important to me that our customers understand what is happening with their money. Building a level of trust with each customer is a priority for me.

Sara Blackstock
BSA & Compliance Specialist

About Sara: I enjoy getting together with my family to play board games for fun and laughter. In my free time at home, there is usually a movie playing.

Fun Fact: When I was in college I went skydiving, it was a blast.

Why Bank with Sara: I think customers feel comfortable stopping in my office, my door is always open.

Lesa Buhr
Deposit Operations Specialist II | AAP

Jessica Bullerman
Operations Specialist

About Jessica: I grew up in the Cedar Valley. I am married and have two daughters. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and rooting for the Hawkeyes!

Fun Fact: I married my high school sweetheart.

Why Bank with DSB: We are a community bank where we are dedicated to giving back. Everyone at DSB is so friendly and knowledgeable. We have great products and services that meets our customer’s needs.

Shay Caley
VP | Retail Market Manager

About Shay: In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, two sons and our two dogs. I’m an avid football fan! Fall weekends keep me busy as I cheer on my own boys, the UNI Panthers or the Kansas City Chiefs.

Fun Fact: I love going antiquing!! I enjoy hunting for unique, vintage glassware.

Why Bank with Shay: I truly LOVE what I do and I have the story to prove it. When we moved to town nine years ago, I remember telling my husband “someday I want to work at Denver Savings Bank and lead their retail team” lucky me - I’m living my dream job.

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Jacque Eberhart
Chief Compliance Officer | CRCRM & CCBCO

About Jacque: I grew up by New Haven, Iowa and graduated from Riceville High School and University of Northern Iowa. My husband and I stay busy with our four kids activities and volunteering at area events. Summer weekends, you can find me camping, swimming, or biking.

Fun Fact: During college, I was a Mat-Aide with UNI Wrestling and a volunteer for the NCAA National Wrestling tournaments.

Why Bank with Jacque: We take compliance seriously and are relentlessly working to protect our customers.

Gayle Eick
AVP | Loan Operations Manager

About Gayle: I live on a farm outside of Denver with my husband. I love being outdoors and helping him with the field work! I even have my own tractor named Maxine! We are the proud parents of two great (grown-up) kids!

Fun Fact: I love exploring antique shops for treasures, especially Red Wing crocks!

Why Bank with Gayle: I love helping people achieve their goals – and DSB is committed to helping everyone in our community do just that!

Lynn Gielau
Assistant Operations Manager

About Lynn: I am an active attendee of my grandson’s sporting activities. I enjoy reading books with twists and unexpected endings. I am an avid, bordering on rabid, Chicago Cub fan.

Fun Fact: Currently, I am the longest working employee, at almost 33 years.

Why Bank at DSB: Banking at DSB, your community bank, be assured we will be here for quicker loan decisions and personal attention. That’s DSB!

Bethany Harberts
Loan Operations Specialist II

About Bethany: I was born and raised here in Denver and loved it so much, my husband and I moved here right after we were married. When we are not chasing our kids around to all of their activities, I like to relax and read a good book.

Fun Fact: I climbed the Great Wall of China.

Why Bank with DSB: We are a community bank that truly gives back to the community we are in. We are more than just a bank; we are your friends.

Jennifer Haugen
VP | Mortgage Loan Officer NMLS #862961

About Jennifer: I live in Dike, Iowa with my husband Jake and our twin sons, Julian and Jalen. In my free time you can find me supporting my kids at their various sporting events, entertaining friends and family, or drinking a good cup of coffee while I crochet.

Fun Fact: I originally started working at DSB when I was 17

Why Bank with Jennifer:

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Brady Heusinkvelt
Ag & Commercial Loan Officer

About Brady: I love to help the people I live around. I love to be someone who makes your day brighter and be part of the process of making your dreams become a reality.

Fun Fact: My favorite thing is wildlife conservation work. For example, planting Iowa native trees and shrubs. Huge husker fan, avid outdoorsman, always looking for a way to be in the woods.

Why Bank with Brady: People should bank with me because of the community bank way (relationships, all local decision making).

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Rita Hillmann
EVP | Controller

About Rita: My husband, Steve and I moved to Denver as newlyweds over 40 years ago. I enjoy living in a small community and have wonderful memories of our three daughters participating in sports, music and other school events. I have eight grandchildren and love spending time with them. I also enjoy biking and golf.

Fun Fact: I love to watch beautiful sunsets on the beach in Jamaica.

Why Bank with Rita: I have worked at the Denver Savings Bank for over 25 years and have learned a lot by working in different departments through the years. I love caring for our customers and I work with amazing people who strive to provide experienced, excellent service.