Banker With A Beer: A Podcast Series by Northwestern Bank
Join Jerry Kuehl, an experienced banker and fine malt beverage connoisseur, as he shares insights on financial matters with Scott Montesano and their guests through the lens of a frosted mug.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 239
11/17/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 239
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry talks with Dr. Michael Carney, Interim Chancellor of UWEC. Topics discussed include: Dr. Carney’s Career Journey Chancellor Search Process / Timetable Higher Education Trends How AI and Other Technologies are Transforming the Student Experience Keeping UWEC Connected to the Community Beverage Enjoyed: Gunpowder IPA, the Brewing Projekt Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 238
11/11/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 238
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Paul Kohler, Eau Claire Market President for Nicolet Bank. Topics discussed include: Reflections on Paul’s career in banking Changes in the Chippewa Valley The evolution of banking and its future Lighting Round Beverage Enjoyed: Belhaven, Scottish Ale Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 237
11/03/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 237
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry talks with Eric Rygg, President of Silver Spring Foods and Huntsinger Farms. Topics discussed include: The world of Horseradish What is a “Zing Master” Signature Sandwich for the Chippewa Valley Impact of Tariffs on Silver Spring Foods Lighting Round Beverage Enjoyed: Pumpkin Spice Veneration, 3 Sheeps Brewing Sheboygan WI Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 236
10/27/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 236
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry talks with Mark Broses of the Chippewa Falls Rotary Club and Hosting Coordinator for the Open World – Poland Visitors Topics discussed include: The Polish Guests and Hosting Experience The Chippewa Valley Tour Cultural Exchange / Trade Opportunities Benefits of International Exchanges Beverages Enjoyed: Zvwiec and Warka, Polish Lagers Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 235
10/13/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 235
We tried something new this week and took the podcast on the road! Banker with a Beer was recorded in front of a live audience at the Roadmap Marketing Conference in downtown Eau Claire. Jerry hosted a panel of local marketing specialists including Erin Trowbridge of 4 Peas Consulting, Lee Carather of Double Forte, and Benny Anderson of Daredevil Business Consulting. Topics discussed include: Keeping with the Changes in Social Media The growing Role of AI Marketing in the Chippewa Valley Marketing on a Tight Budget Beverage Enjoyed: Various Beverages Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 234
10/07/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 234
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry talks with Darrin Senn, owner of Senn Blacktop, co-owner of 1917 Restaurant, and NB Board of Director Chairman. Topics discussed include: Opening of 1917 Restaurant on Lake Wissota NB Leadership Transition Changes and Challenges in the Asphalt Paving Industry Lighting Round Beverage Enjoyed: Deus, Belgium Ale 2017 Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 233
09/29/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 233
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Traci Hollister and Lindsey Sabelko, CPAs and Partners with Wipfli. Topics discussed include: Tax Implications of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Advising clients who have side hustles about managing their taxes Difference between tax credits and tax deductions Tax Planning Advice for young adults Beverage Enjoyed: Smithwick’s Red Ale, Ireland Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 232
09/17/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 232
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Brian Maki, Director of the Northern Wisconsin state Fair Topics discussed include: • Qualifications of a Fair Director • Keeping the Fair Relevant in the Digital Age • Fair Ground Improvements • Future Events on the Fairgrounds • New Attractions for Oktoberfest Beverages Enjoyed: Leinenkugel’s Oktoberfest Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 231
09/02/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 231
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Nancy Kerr, Director L.E. Phillips Public Library Topics discussed include: Impact of the library renovation on use of the building and its collection Things the library loans out that most people aren’t aware of Relevancy of the library in the age of AI and Google Hosting the unhoused Highlighting local authors The Libby app Beverages Enjoyed: Three Philosophers Belgium Quad Ale, Cooperstown NY Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 230
08/25/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 230
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Natasha Plank Ottum, NB Board Member and CEO/Owner of Plank Enterprises. Topics discussed include: Products manufactured by Plank Enterprises Role of NB in the business community NB’s role in supporting generational transition at Plank Giving up medical career for manufacturing Health care challenges for employers Beverages Enjoyed: Weihenstephaner Helles Beer, Munich Germany Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 229
08/18/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 229
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Dr. Heidi Eliopoulos, Superintendent of the Altoona School District. Topics discussed include: District enrollment growth Hiring and keeping teaching and staff Building issues, operations after failed referendum AI and smart phones in the classroom Politics in the classroom Beverages Enjoyed: Hacker Pschorr Weise Beer, Munich Germany Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 228
07/28/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 228
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Jane Johnson, NB’s Vice President of Residential lending. Topics discussed include: Update on the Chippewa Valley housing market Current housing market rates Home Lending Basics Ways for parents to assist children in purchasing homes Beverages Enjoyed: Modicum’s Muirhead Scottish Ale Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 227
07/21/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 227
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Brad Hentschel, Planner for the City of Chippewa Falls. Topics discussed include: Hospital Openings (both Aspirus and the reopening of St. Joseph’s) CF Road projects Market on River Downtown Housing Hope Village and the purchase of the Indianhead motel Leinenkugel Brewery Status Outdoor Pool Update Beverages Enjoyed: Barrel Aged Blackout Stout, Great Lakes Brewery Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 226
06/30/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 226
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Eric Rykal, Owner and Brew Master of Modicum Brewing. Topics discussed include: Brewing Philosophy and Inspiration Transition of Modicum to the Coffee Grounds The closing of Leinenkugel’s Brewery Leason’s learned from the troubled transition to Artisan Forge Sampling non-Modicum beers Beverages Enjoyed: Second Chance Maibock & Coronation – Barrel Aged Baltic Porter, Modicum Brewery Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 225
06/24/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 225
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Heather Mishefske, owner of embark Dog Academy for a discussion on all things canine. Topics discussed include: The inspiration for opening a dog training school Training Techniques and Philosophy Dog Psychology and Human Behavior Running a Dog Training School as a business Advice for Dog Owners Beverage Enjoyed: Lindermans Belgium Lambic Framboise Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 224
06/16/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 224
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Amanda Parkinson, AVP of Marketing at Northwestern Bank for a discussion on Artificial Intelligence (AI). Topics discussed include: What is AI? How one new to AI can access it Security and Confidentiality Concerns How NB uses AI Thoughts on how AI may evolve Beverage Enjoyed: Singha, “the Original Thai Beer”, Product of Thailand Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 223
05/19/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 223
Episode 223 In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry and Scott sit down with Chancellor Jim Schmidt of UW Eau Claire. Topics discussed include: The move to James Madison University Proudest Accomplishments at UWEC Campus Expansion Purchase of Sacred Heart Hospital by Blugold Properties Most missed things about Eau Claire Beverage Enjoyed: Gunpowder IPA, The Brewing Projekt Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 222
05/05/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 222
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry and Scott sit down with Steve Nick, Attorney for the City of Eau Claire Topics discussed include: The Sevens Project Badger of the Year Orchard Hills Development Oakwood Mall / Hills Area Downtown Transit Center Cannery District Beverage Enjoyed: Divine Dramedy Abbey Dubbel, Modicum Brewing Eau Claire Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 221
04/21/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 221
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry and Scott sit down with Peter Hoeft, CEO and Owner of Hoeft Builders Topics discussed include: The Sevens Project Eau Claire’s Need for Class A Office Space Eau Claires Continuing Growth Growing Up vs Growing Out Out-of-State Hoeft Entities Beverage Enjoyed: Montucky Cold Snack Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 220
04/14/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 220
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry and Scott sit down with Mike Golat, Administrator for the City of Altoona. Topics discussed include: Completion of River Prairie Population of Altoona growing, nearing 10,000 Container Park / Downtown Revitalization The health of Lake Altoona Leadership change on the horizon Beverage Enjoyed: Piraat Ale, Belgium Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 219
04/07/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 219
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry sits down with Amber Scharenbroch of Eau Claire Jazz, Inc. Topics discussed include: Perspectives as a Jazz Festival participant, organizer, and Board member Is jazz still relevant to young adults? What makes jazz unique as a musical art form? Advice to first-time Jazz Festival and Jazz Crawl attendees Preview of guest artists: John Clayton and Carmille Thurman Beverage Enjoyed: Maui Wowie Jungo Joose, The Brewing Projekt Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 218
03/31/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 218
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry is joined by NB Business Banker, Jake Krebsbach. Jerry and Jake sit down with Hayden and John Goodman, owners of Chippewa Valley Drones. Topics discussed include: Qualifications for flying a drone How drones compare with traditional agricultural spreading equipment Turning a hobby into a business Most fun in the business Drone flying stories Beverage Enjoyed: Spotted Cow, New Glarus Brewing Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 217
03/24/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 217
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry and Scott sit down with Molly Bushman, President of McDonell Area Catholic Schools. Topics discussed include: Plans for large land purchased near St. Joseph’s hospital Enrollment Growth Great Books Approach / University of Dallas Role of Religion in School Alternative Educational Options Beverage Enjoyed: Guinness 0 NA Beer Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 216
03/17/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 216
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry Kuehl and NB Home Lending Specialist Katie Behrendt sit down with Mikayla Hogan, Coach of the CFM Girl’s Hockey Team. Topics discussed include: Can great players be great coaches? Molding girls from different schools into one team How school co-ops control WI girl’s high school hockey Pros and Cons of playing hockey all year Outlook for next season Beverage Enjoyed: Moon Man IPA, New Glarus Brewing Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 215
03/10/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 215
In this edition of Banker with a Beer, Jerry and Scott look back at the podcast’s history and its 214 episodes. Banker with a Beer has a wonderful library of archived interviews that our new and loyal listeners may enjoy exploring. Topics discussed include: The history of the podcast Where one can find past episodes Notable shows from the past How guests are chosen How the beverage is chosen Beverage Enjoyed: Ayinger Oktoberfest and Samuel Smith Oatmeal Stout Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5 star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 214
03/03/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 214
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry Kuehl sits down with Jerry Jacobson, President of Northwestern Bank. Topics discussed include: Update on NB Jerry J’s perspective on the economy Experience as a Board member of the Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank Best things about being a Bank President Beverage Enjoyed: Leinie’s Original Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5 star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 213
02/10/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 213
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry Kuehl and Jake Krebsbach sit down with Katie Warner, Broker / Owner of Eau Claire Reality to discuss the local residential real estate market. Topics discussed include: The new commission structure for real estate agents Local Market Insights Advice for Buyers and Sellers Real Estate Challenges and Predictions Beverage Enjoyed: Leinie’s Summer Shandy Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 212
02/03/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 212
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry Kuehl sits down with Patti Darley and Bob Kruse, Board members of the Chippewa Valley Health Cooperative to discuss their plans for building a new hospital in Lake Hallie. Topics discussed include: What is the Chippewa Valley Health Cooperative? Filling the void left by the closure of Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals Staffing the new facility The value to the community of an independent hospital How to become a member Beverage Enjoyed: Whole Cluster Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley Vineyards Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5 star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 211
01/27/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 211
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry Kuehl sits down with four leaders of supercomputer legend Cray Research, Skip August, Jerry Brost, Dave Kiefer, and Terry McDougall. Topics discussed include: Why was Cray such a pivotal player in the computer industry? Attracting critical talent to the Chippewa Falls Role Cray played in helping to win the Cold War The impact of Cray on the Chippewa Valley Cray’s legacy Beer Enjoyed: Leinie’s Dark Lager Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 210
01/20/2025
Banker With A Beer Episode 210
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry Kuehl sits down with Jonathan Gray, Headmaster of Veritas Classical Academy. Topics discussed include: What is a classical education? The demand for this type of education model in the Chippewa Valley Moving students from a traditional education model to a classical one Application process Beer Enjoyed: Buffalo Plaid, Fifth Ward Brewery Oshkosh, WI Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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