Pub. 8 2020 Issue 2

25 The Community Banker advertiser INDEX United Bankers Bank .......................................IFC Montana Housing ...................................... Page 3 Bell Bank ........................................................ Page 7 Holtmeyer & Monson ............................Page 13 CWG Architects .........................................Page 16 United Bankers Bank .............................Page 23 Bankers HealthCare Group .................Page 25 PayneWest Insurance . .................................. OBC mentioned, we ’ ve been tested over the years, most recently with the flood of our Des Moines headquarters in 2017. That experience resulted in a sound business continuity plan that has functioned well. This migration to dining rooms and basements also affected our 16 annual regional member meetings. In response, we quickly adapted and moved our programming to a four-part webinar series, now avail- able on-demand for you to access at your convenience here: www.fhlbdm.com/2020-webinar-series. Our Affordable Housing Program (AHP) is turning 30 in 2020! Partic- ipation in AHP, Home$tart® or the Native American Homeownership Initiative (NAHI) has had a profound impact on communities across Montana and throughout our district. In Montana alone, more than $31 million in grant funding has been disbursed, impacting over 4,900 homes. Funding for AHP wouldn ’ t be possible without the business you do with us each and every day. It ’ s because of this that we are able to reinvest 10% of our net income through our members back into communities they serve. To better accommodate our housing organization partners and our members during this time, we extended the application period for the Competitive AHP, which provides up to $1,000,000 in grant funding to housing organizations. We also remain committed to providing over $8 million in grants for down payment assistance through Home$tart and the Native American Housing Initiative. STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION This year we ’ ve also seen significant change within our own walls. In January, Kristina “ Kris ” Williams began her role as CEO, taking the helm after the retirement of former CEO Mike Wilson. Kris has more than 15 years of experience within the FHLBank System, most recently as the chief operating officer (COO) at FHLB Pittsburgh. While her first few months have certainly been different from expected, it hasn ’ t changed her commitment to ensuring the bank remains financially strong and ready to serve our members. Passionate about the work our members do within their communities, Kris is looking forward to being able to safely connect with you all in the future. To ensure the bank remains a strong partner for our members, Kris has made some changes to our executive team. New to the bank are Chief Information Officer Kevin Larkin, Chief Risk and Compli- ance Officer George Collins and Chief Business Officer Wil Osborn. All three of these new executives bring extensive FHLBank System experience and will be instrumental in making the bank even stronger and positioning us well for the future. Also joining the bank as part of a new role on the executive team is Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Deb Baldwin, who will oversee all aspects of our diversity and inclusion efforts. YOUR PARTNER ALWAYS We know this year has presented both ups and downs for all of us. You can rest assured that we are financially strong despite all of the un- knowns this pandemic has presented. Being a reliable partner in a time of crisis is in our blood and we remain dedicated to helping you meet your affordable housing, lending and economic development needs. Though meeting face-to-face may not be feasible for the time being, we are always available via phone, video call or email with tools and strategies to help you and your institutions take advantage of these historically low rates. Visit our website, www.fhlbdm.com , for current rates and information on COVID-19 related changes. Please don ’ t hesitate to contact me with any questions you have, my “ door ” and ears are always open. I wish you and yours a safe and healthy summer and I look forward to seeing you again soon! Eric Jensen, VP/senior relationship manager, ejensen@fhlbdm.com , 206.434.0581 UPCOMINGMIB EVENTS DON'T FORGET TOMARKYOUR CALENDAR FOR UPCOMINGMIB EVENTS September September 5, 2020 Tailgate Party Griz V. Central Washington University Missoula, MT October October 3, 2020 Tailgate Party Bobcats V. Northern Colorado Bozeman, Montana October 13 and 14, 2020 CBCWebinar CANCELED CANCELED