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THINK BANK NAMES LAYTON SENIOR VP OF BUSINESS BANKING
MOE JOINS KNUTSON CONSTRUCTION
KOVASH JOINS MERCHANTS BANK
Zach Kovash has joined Merchants Bank as a mortgage lender. He brings more than 15 years of expertise in the mortgage industry and was most recently Senior Mortgage Relationship Manager at Home Federal Savings Bank in Bryon. Get to know him at merchantsbank.com/ zkovash. Merchants Bank is an Equal Housing Lender and Member FDIC. Loans subject to credit approval.
Think Bank is proud to announce the addition of a long-time banking leader, Greg Layton , as the Senior Vice President of Business Banking. This newly created position highlights Think’s commitment to supporting businesses in the communities they serve. Layton, a native of Rochester, joins Think Bank with extensive experience across commercial banking, business banking, commercial real estate, wealth management, credit, and leadership.
Knutson Construction is excited to announce the addition of Alissa Moe as Business Development Manager. Alissa brings experience in strategic business planning, sales, and development, along with expertise in the K-12 education sector. Her passion for strategic business planning and ability to build meaningful relationships will be valuable as Knutson continues to grow its impact in the region.
BUJAK OLIVER NAMED ROCHESTERFEST GENERAL CHAIRPERSON
FAMILY SERVICE ROCHESTER CELEBRATES 60 YEARS
ALDRICH JOINS FAMILY SERVICE ROCHESTER BOARD
In 2025, Family Service Rochester celebrates its 60th anniversary. This year is an incredible opportunity for us to reflect on six decades of providing solutions in our community and look ahead toward our growing service in Southeast Minnesota. We thank our community for the incredible support to carry out our mission.
Family Service Rochester welcomes Kali Aldrich to the Board of Directors. She is a Rochester native and currently works for Schmidt Goodman Office Products as their Market Development Manager. Kali is a competitor and enjoys a challenge in her professional and personal life.
Sylwia Bujak Oliver from 125 Live has accepted the position of General Chairperson for Rochesterfest 2025. Sylwia will be working with Randy Stocker, the Executive Director, to help organize and promote the annual "Celebration of a City-Rochesterfest" event. Sylwia has chosen the theme "Ignite Your Spark" for this year's festival.
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