‘Divine intervention’ brought retiring Bergen to NSB
Fox Point branch manager Carol Bergen had years of banking experience, but didn’t really consider it her career until a chance encounter almost 15 years ago.
“It was divine intervention,” recalls Carol, who retires next Friday, April 27. In late summer 2003, Carol was looking to reenter the workforce after taking some time off. She and her husband, Keith, were heading out of town, and she had a small check to cash. Keith ran into the Fox Point branch, where the teller half-jokingly asked if he was interested in the open branch manager position.
No, Keith said, but his wife had managed a bank before. Read more to find out what happened next.
Together, Achieving More: Referrals earn rewards!
It happens to all of us from time to time: You’re talking to friends, and eventually one of them says something like, “Hey, you work at a bank. Let me ask you about…” This is your opportunity to refer your friends to a specialist here at North Shore Bank who can help them with their financial need.
And wouldn’t it be even better if you could get rewarded for that referral? You can, through our “Together, Achieving More” referral program. Read on and get the details.
Need financial flexibility? Our HELOC promo ends soon!
We are in the last days of our outstanding home equity line of credit promotion. The opportunity to lock in a low fixed rate of 1.99 percent for 12 months is ending April 30. This rate is less than HALF of the standard rate, which is currently 5.25 percent APR! Find out more from Craig Witz now.
Zoo Egg-Stravaganza offers fun despite cold temps
North Shore Bank helped out at the Racine Zoo Egg-Stravaganza on March 31, and Racine area manager Lisa Brooks (above at left, with Regency branch manager Mary Benz) declared the event a success.
“Employees helped kids make butterflies from paper and clothespins,” Lisa said. “It gave a bright burst of color to a gray, frigid day.” She noted that the cold temperatures did mean the event moved indoors to the monkey house, but didn’t keep people away. All three Racine branches and Kenosha Central had staff on hand to pitch in. Above are Northside assistant branch manager–sales Cathy Straka and Westgate teller Jessica Cranley. •••
North Shore Shape Up: Free Weight Watchers gift
It’s not too late to join the next Weight Watchers At Work 12-week session! Join by tomorrow, Friday, April 20, and get a FREE STARTER KIT — a $70 value!
The cost is $156 for 12 weeks and includes 14 weeks of FREE E-TOOLS. Payroll deduction is available for easy payments.
Anyone can join. If you are at a branch, you may sign up through the Corporate At Work group and then attend a Weight Watchers meeting in your area, at your convenience.
If you are at Corporate, you may attend a free meeting tomorrow at 11 a.m. in the Lower Level Lounge.
Contact Nancy Hanson for more information at nhanson@northshorebank.com. •••
Upcoming Events
North Shore Bank is supporting the 25th Anniversary Wine, Beer, and Chocolate Tasting to support St. Francis Children’s Center, taking place this Saturday, April 21, at the Holiday Inn Milwaukee Riverfront. The evening will feature samplings of fine wines, craft beers, and gourmet chocolates. Proceeds from the event will help to sustain and strengthen the nonprofit organization’s special education, therapy, and support services for children with special needs or developmental delays. More upcoming events here.
Internal Job Postings •••
There are no job postings this week.
For a complete list of internal job postings and to apply for one, go to nsbcareersforyou.silkroad.com and click on “Internal Openings” at the top. To refer an external person to an opening, go to our intranet page. You can earn cash and prizes for a successful referral!