Staff News and Moves

Cheryl Chambers Announces Retirement

Cheryl Chambers, who first got her start in banking 47 years ago, has announced her plans to retire at the end of this year.

Maddie Lievrouw Accepts Public Relations and Marketing Specialist Role

First Security is happy to share that Madison (Maddie) Lievrouw has accepted a new role as Public Relations and Marketing Specialist.

Danielle Tegtmeier Completes IBA's Commercial Lending School

First Security is happy to announce that Danielle Tegtmeier has completed the Iowa Bankers Association (IBA) 2025 Commercial Lending School.

First Security Welcomes Jessica Hambly

First Security is happy to share that Jessica Hambly has rejoined the team as an Ag/Commercial Loan Specialist based in Hampton. In this role, she’ll be responsible for a wide range of duties such as gathering, preparing, and processing loan documents.

Zach Mitchell Announced as AVP, Ag/Commercial Lender

First Security is happy to announce that Zach Mitchell has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Ag/Commercial Lender.

Lacy Schoenfeldt Achieves Certified Community Lender Credential

Lacy Schoenfeldt has earned the Certified Community Lender (CCL) certification from the National Association of Minority Mortgage Bankers of America (NAMMBA).

Ashley Engels Accepts Role as Retail Lending Specialist

First Security’s Retail Lending department is pleased to share that Ashley Engels has joined their team as a Retail Lending Specialist.

First Security Welcomes Paige Galligan, Kim McInroy, and Maddie Klemesrud

First Security welcomes Paige Galligan and retiree Kim McInroy to the Teller line in Charles City, and Maddie Klemesrud as a Service Center Specialist.

First Security Welcomes Sterling Simonson as Credit Manager

In this role, he will support customers in reaching their goals by providing thoughtful financing solutions, while also ensuring the bank lends responsibly through sound risk management. Additionally, he’ll be involved in leadership and development of the credit department.

Abby Bice Promoted to Ag/Commercial Loan Specialist Supervisor

In this role, she will lead and support the Ag/Commercial Loan Specialist team, providing training and guidance to strengthen their work. She will also continue supporting lenders while assisting with some of the bank’s larger and more complex loans to help local businesses and farms thrive.