VP Dennis Christoffel marked his 35th anniversary with the bank yesterday.
Dennis Christoffel, VP–Investment Program Services, can’t believe it has been 35 years since he replied to a blind ad in a newspaper. A former teacher, he was hired to develop and launch North Shore Bank’s Retirement Program Services Department. He enjoys his role helping people plan for retirement every bit as much today as he did when he started.
Although he is proud of his North Shore affiliation and still loves coming to work every day, his humility reigns when it comes to recognition for his contributions and accomplishments. Dennis insists that we limit our coverage of him to this:
Dennis was blessed to be in the right place at the right time. He is grateful that North Shore Savings and Loan Association ran a blind ad and that he responded.
For the past 35 years, he has worked tirelessly to be North Shore Bank to all of our deferred compensation savers. He truly loves what he does, the people he works for and with, and all of those he serves.
He considers these elements key to a gratifying, long tenure:
• Be completely open and honest with everyone you encounter and serve.
• Treat others as you would wish to be treated.
• Never perform a task to less than 100 percent of your ability.
• Become North Shore Bank to every person you meet.
This from Dennis says it all:
“When you enjoy what you do, when you love and become a part of the company and people you work for and with, and when you sincerely enjoy the vast majority of your clients, it does not get any better than that.”
Congrats Dennis. I remember when you started here too, and you were right when you said it was yesterday, I started last week. :) It is a pleasure to work with you.
Dennis, Congratulations! it has been a pleasure. My times spent with you have been full of laughter. You have always taught me to be prepared for anything and to handle everthing with excellent service to my customer as my main goal. Thanks!
Congratulations, Dennis! The dedication, professionalism, and care you exhibit toward your customers is something I strive to emulate. Your example has allowed me to better serve my customers, and for that I thank you.
Congratulations! It was a pleasure to work in the same office as you and I am grateful for having met you. I hope you have many more wonderful years at North Shore Bank.
Dennis,
Congratulations! You truly do exemplify Customer Service. Thank you for hiring me. Thank you for mentoring me. Thank you for being my friend.
Dennis,
It was great working with you for 5 years at Shorewood and having all our great talks. I always appreciated your opinion and wisdon in the bank and I always knew who had my back.
We still need to go to Port Sandy Bay someday. :)
Michele