Commitments to Long-term Relationships Accomplish Long-term Goals

Ryan Indergaard has always understood the value in establishing long-term financial relationships with his customers, and knows it’s the best route for helping them reach their goals. Relationships that span years offer insights and perspectives that simply can’t be replaced, and he seeks to establish that with each and every one of his clients.

Area of Expertise

• Farm Ownership & Expansion
• Risk Management
• Equipment Purchase & Leasing
• Strategic Planning

Education and Professional Credentials

• Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics – NDSU
• South Dakota School of Banking Attendee

The Rest of the Story

Ryan grew up on the family farm/ranch in Carrington, ND. He began banking in LaMoure, ND in early 2018, before eventually joining American Federal.

Ryan is a member of the Big Brother program, and has served as a fire, rescue and ambulance volunteer. He has two dogs, and enjoys traveling, hunting and outdoor sports.

Client-Focused Relationships Built on Trust

With over a decade of working in ag lending, Rob prides himself on building long term, client-focused relationships that are built on trust, transparency and a deep understanding of his client’s goals. He’s is dedicated to putting the customer first and assisting them in every way possible to achieve their success.

Areas of Expertise

• Farm Ownership & Expansion
• Retirement & Financial Independence
• Financial Security & Protection
• Business Acquisition & Expansion

Education and Professional Credentials

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Finance – University of North Dakota 

The Rest of the Story

Rob says banking is ‘in his blood’, as his grandmother was a president of a credit union in rural North Dakota for 65 years and his mother has been in banking her entire career.

Rob and his wife live in West Fargo with their four children. He spends a lot of time coaching his kids’ activities and volunteering, and being active in the church. He also enjoys watching UND hockey, spending time at the lake, and is an avid hunter.

Commitment to Providing Service Builds Long-Term Results

Growing up on the family farm in Baker, Minnesota helped build a foundation for Chris Schenck’s future career in agricultural and business banking, as well as his appreciation for the customers he now serves. With more than 21 years of experience in financial services in the Red River Valley, Chris uses his expertise to help clients reach their financial goals.

His experience includes commercial and agricultural credit positions, as well as senior positions in ag and business lending. Chris works to build long-term banking relationships with clients to better assist them in creating financial strategies for their agricultural business.

Areas of Expertise

• Agricultural lending
• Commercial lending

Education and Professional Credentials

• Bachelor’s Degree / Agricultural Economics – North Dakota State University
• Graduate School of Banking – Boulder, Colorado

The Rest of the Story

As a long-time resident of the region, Chris appreciates the genuine honesty and work ethic of the people who live here. He says that in this region, people care about their neighbors and communities and are always willing to help each other out.

Chris takes the same approach to being involved in the community. He serves as treasurer of the Creative Care for Reaching Independence (CCRI) Board of Directors and is a member of the development committee. CCRI works to enhance and enrich the lives and learning of people with disabilities.

With dedication to help others and his community, Chris applies these principles to assist you in planning for your financial future. He uses his financial expertise to help you create strategies for long-term business success.