Ever changing, ever growing – our evolution moves FORWARD!
Originally incorporated in Marshfield, WI in 1919, we’ve adapted and grown throughout the years to respond to the changing needs of our clients and communities.
We have spent the last 10 years moving into rural communities that larger banks were leaving and some smaller banks couldn’t sustain. Our mission of Moving Our Communities Forward resonates with the families, businesses, farms and non-profits in Central Wisconsin; and we continually look for new communities to become a part of.
Our digital footprint is growing quickly – both in the number of services we offer and the number of online connections we make. In our fast-paced world, we are ready to connect with you and advise on the best convenience service to fit your lifestyle.
We will continue to remain consumer-oriented by offering home loans, improvement loans, consumer loans, and a complete variety of commercial and agricultural loans; in addition to checking accounts and a full range of savings programs.
President’s Message
Our team is amazing!
The power that moves us all FORWARD continues to amaze me! Our team is the very best in the business, and I’m not just talking about the banking business.
I recently had the privilege of accepting the 2018 Bubbler Award from representatives of the WEDC and NEWaukee organizations. FORWARD is one of the ten Best Places to Work for Young Professionals in Wisconsin!
To say that I’m proud of all that our team has done to achieve this recognition is an understatement. They work extremely hard to help each other, our communities, and you – our customers. Their energy and commitment sets a tone throughout the organization that makes this an exciting place to be.
Stop in to one of our locations to see our award-winning team. Let their energy move you FORWARD!
William W. Sennholz
CEO & President
Our Leadership
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors consists of eight members, all living in our bank location communities. They represent all areas of our marketplace and many of the important industries we serve.
Senior Management Team:
William W. Sennholz
CEO & President
Rob L. Mort
Treasurer/CFO
Dave Clark
Executive Vice President
Corporate Officers:
Chad Hoerman
Commercial Lender
Vice President
David Krause
Senior Commercial Lender
Vice President
Gary Schraufnagel
Ag Lender
Vice President
Gene Knoll
Lending Specialist
Vice President
Jennifer Sobotta
Marketing Director
Vice President
Jesse Nelson
Internal Auditor
Vice President
Jessica Frahm
Commercial Lender
Vice President
Lori Schutz
Project Manager
Vice President
Mike Henke
Ag Lender
Vice President
Philip Venzke
CIO
Vice President
Ron Wilczek
Senior Commercial Lender
Vice President
Bill Neville
Commercial Lender
Asst. Vice President
Carissa Miller
Credit Administration Officer
Asst. Vice President
Chrissy Walczak
Controller
Asst. Vice President
Christopher Mueller
Compliance Officer
Asst. Vice President
Gwen Schnitzler
Human Resources Director
Asst. Vice President
Holly Zopfi
Loan Operations Officer
Asst. Vice President
Jill Scheppler
Mortgage Lending Manager
Asst. Vice President
John Kaprelian
Retail Manager
Asst. Vice President
Megan Genteman
Deposit Operations Manager
Asst. Vice President
Sandy Klatt
Corporate Secretary
Forward Bank is guided by a diverse and experienced group of professionals that touch all aspects of our business. They follow our mission, educate our team on the corporate values, and set the tone for growth and excellence.