Industry Profiles

Berglund Construction

Fred Berglund, President

Kevin Geshwender, Chief Financial Officer

“As a client for well over five years, Centier has provided Berglund Construction with the professional counsel needed to make difficult, yet informed, banking decisions. Centier’s exemplary service is evident in the knowledgeable, efficient, and effective service we are given. We have opened offices in several different states and have been able to manage our Columbus, OH and Chesterton, IN operations without any disruptions because of Centier’s flexibility.”

Larson-Danielson Construction

Timothy F. Larson, President

“Our banking relationship is like our company…it has many dimensions. Like Larson-Danielson, Centier Bank is independently owned, which means that our banking decisions are made quickly by people I know and trust. Whether it’s financing a new project or a line of credit, their experienced lending officers understand our banking needs.”

White/Peterman Properties, Inc.

Dean White, Chairman & President, Whiteco Industries

John Peterman, President

“Centier Bank has been an exceptional partner in providing financing to our many projects by understanding and meeting our financial needs. In this ever-changing banking environment, Centier stands out as a bank that continues to provide excellent customer service and is an organization that cares about its clients. We look forward to our continued long-standing relationship with Centier.”

Holladay Properties

John Phair, President & CEO,Holladay Properties

Steve Staszewski, President, Holladay Construction Group

Manette Tepe, Senior Vice President, Development

“We have been in the real estate development business for over five decades. Our life blood is access to capital. Centier stayed with us during a time when most banks headed to the sidelines. Projects that we have completed in the last year - with Centiers assistance - have been some of the most profitable we have ever done. We are glad that Steve Watts & Centier opened an operation in St. Joseph County and look forward to a long and prosperous relationship-even during tough times!”

Location Finders International, Inc.

Joe Bochenski, Chief Financial Officer

Mike Rose, President

Tim Rose, Director of Leasing

Dan Rose, Financing & Leasing Specialist

“Centier has allowed LFI to concentrate on its core business - real estate development. Centier learns how you do business and then assists you with your growth plans. During financially challenging times, not many bankers try to understand their client’s needs, but this is exactly what Centier sets out to do. Their ability to work with and alongside the customer allows them to support their customer in many diverse ways. As a result, Centier has provided LFI a full service bank that keeps everyone’s eyes on the bottom line.”

Crossroads Development Partners

Michael Nortman

“Centier Bank knows how to serve the needs of real estate developers. I’m passionate about my projects and Centier Bank has helped turn my plans into reality. Whether it’s land development, construction financing or term loans, Centier is fair, makes decisions quickly and goes to great lengths to help me meet my project goals. When another so called “local” bank was unable to meet my lending needs, Centier came through. They are a true partner and sit on the same side of the table, making the process simple and efficient.”

Charlson Custom Homes

Vic Charlson, President

“Efficiency, accuracy, and clear communication are very important to our daily business operation. Over the years, Centier Bank has provided us with banking needs that have far surpassed our expectations. Their procedures for providing funds for our construction projects are always consistent and seamless. The Schrage family has always provided very competent employees that help to keep our business running smoothly. I highly recommend taking all banking needs to Centier Bank – the bank that you can count on to watch over your needs for years to come.”

Oakmont Development, LLC

Mike Thomas, President

“Centier Bank has been a great addition to the Northeast Indiana Area and has provided Oakmont Development LLC with a very professional level of service.”

Steiner Homes, Ltd.

Dan Steiner, President

“Centier worked with me to finance a number of homes that I could never have worked out elsewhere. Centier has truly had my back and they have stepped up and made building possible, through years of trust and mutual respect. We look forward to a long and successful relationship. In this tough economy, having a bank that is willing to work with us has been good for the builders, homeowners, and Centier Bank.”

In Good Company, LLC

Michael Sakich, President

“Centier shines in a lot of areas, but service is very important. Not only do I get great service from my business banker, but the loan committee process is streamlined. I can’t afford to have a deal or lending quote change. Whether I am financing an existing project or a new development, they manage to help put it all together, and that’s a good partner. Centier has earned my business in a market where I have a choice. In 25 years of doing business, they’re at the top. It’s because I know the people behind the decisions will be there years from now.”

RealAmerica Development, LLC

Ronda Shrewsbury, President

“Doing business with Centier today is what banking used to be: A relationship with people who care about you and your business. I appreciate that Centier strives to deliver the same quality of service year after year. With Centier, my business success is as important to my business banker as it is to me.”

White Lodging Services

Bruce White, President & CEO, White Lodging

Dave Sibley, President & CEO, Hotel Management Services

Deno Yiankes, President & CEO, Investments & Development

“We have had a banking relationship with Centier for over fifteen years. They have provided construction and mini-perm financing for a number of our hotel projects. They have consistently demonstrated the ability to come up with solutions. Recently, we had an opportunity to build a hotel in Fort Wayne as part of the revitalization of the city’s downtown. Despite the crisis in the US economy and the banking industry, Centier lenders were able to lead a consortium of eight banks to put a financing package together to enable us to begin building the hotel. We appreciate Centier’s leadership and “can do” attitude.”

Hotel Development Services, LLC

David C. Wespiser, Managing Member

Jesse Stauffer, Asst. General Manager, Staybridge Suites

Mary Donley, Director of Sales, Staybridge Suites

“We have been pleased with our relationship with Centier Bank. We have completed three commercial loans and have found that our business banker and the bank are very knowledgeable about our business and able to make loans even under the most difficult circumstances. It is nice to work with a bank that is not too big to listen to their customers and their needs. In our business you cannot grow without good banking relationships.”

The Fortus Group

Chad Glassburn, President/Partner

Adam Probst, Chairman/Partner

“Centier’s strength in understanding our objectives and continuing to learn about our business has made it a pleasure to work with their business banking team. Centier has delivered results throughout the economic cycles where other banks have fallen short of expectations. Their expertise in a variety of products and markets has made doing business with them gratifying and efficient.”

Pines Village Retirement Community

Laurie Mullet, Chief Executive Officer

Karen Sommers, CPA, Chief Financial Officer

Tracy Huyvaert, Chief Operations Officer, Resident Services

“Pines Village Retirement Communities, Inc. & the people we serve have benefited from the outstanding customer service provided to us by our partner bank, Centier. Working with the commercial lending department has far exceeded our expectations. The Centier team understands & embraces our corporate mission, vision, core values, & works to educate themselves on the intricacies & challenges of the senior service industry. The counseling provided to our residents through the on-site Centier branch provides secure, individual, & personal financial service.”

Foundations of East Chicago

Russell Taylor

“Centier Bank has helped the Foundations of East Chicago serve its mission in a seamless fashion. Centier’s leaders understood our financial situation and responded quickly to our needs. Because of Centier, we have continued to support many excellent programs with grants and have reliable investments for our future.”

Mt. Hermon Church & Holistic Community Coalition

Darnell Johnson, Pastor

“Centier Bank helped finance the purchase of property to centralize our administrative offices for our community outreach programs. As financial partners, they have been engaged and supportive, helping us manage expansion during a strained economy. We are pleased to work with bankers with strong hometown values who care about their community.”

Valparaiso Nazarene Church

Shawn Evans

“It’s refreshing to have a bank partner that will help me take care of business so that I can focus on our community and ministries. At Valparaiso Nazarene Church, we believe in doing life together, and with Centier as our financial partner, I spend less time worrying about banking and spend more time concentrating on the needs of our community. Centier values our business and our community.”