Kim was born and raised in Charles City, where she resides with her husband. Together, they have raised four children. She has been in real estate banking since May 1995 and has served in many capacities of lending, including processor, originator, underwriter, lender and closer. She currently serves as the bank's Retail Lending Manager. Kim is a graduate of the Iowa Bankers Association Consumer Credit School, is licensed to sell credit life and disability insurance, and is currently working toward becoming a Certified Community Lender this month. This is a new designation available to lenders that establishes a standard of knowledge for people in this role. Kim’s favorite part of her job is helping families get into their first or forever home.