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Ag./BusinessClear Lake Mirror-Reporter July 8, 2015 • Page 11

Manufacturer’s Bank & Trust CL Chamber sets Meet ‘n Eat
rebrands as MBT Bank session on “Job Postings”

Forest City, Iowa based Manufacturers Bank & Trust, with offices in Clear The Clear Lake Chamber of mation on how to write an ad, not
Lake, Crystal Lake, Lake Mills and Rochester, Minn., has undergone a total Commerce will launch Meet ’n Eat a job description; tools to determine
brand review and unveiled its new logo and tagline to support its evolution as a sessions, where participants can learn job title, responsibilities, wage range
leading community bank. tips to help make the most of recruit- and more; how to get an edge on our
The new brand identity reflects MBT Bank’s commitment to provide the ment efforts. competitors when recruiting in a tight
very best personal and business banking products and services in order to meet A Meet ’n Eat will be held on labor market; keywords that work; call
their customer’s needs. The new tagline ‘Where will you go with MBT’ illus- Thursday, July 16. The topic is “Job to action and candidate follow up; tips
trates that MBT is there every step of the way helping their customers reach Postings - Tips for Starting a Suc- for posting on Iowa Jobs.
their goals. cessful Recruitment.” The event will Participants are welcome to bring
The bank’s logo has undergone a significant change with the goal of mod- begin at 11:45 a.m. with networking. their own lunch and beverage during
ernizing the bank’s overall look. The new mark is a contemporary representa- An interactive presentation will be the session. IowaWorks will supply
tion of the three main services of MBT Bank. The orange area represents their held from noon-1 p.m. and and op- the information and topic facilitation.
foundation – banking. tional IowaWORKS tour will be held RSVP by email no later than
The white space repre- from 1-1:15 p.m. Monday, July 13 to patsy@clear-
sents insurance, which This session will include infor- lakeiowa.com.
protects their customers
even when they can’t see HCHS to hold special events
it. And the red portion
represents investments. U.S. Rep. Steve King Visits Titan Pro Hancock County Healthy Sys- pre-diabetic. Healthy refreshments
The square shape serves as tem will be holding two special events will be provided. Education material
a reminder of the banks solid foundation and strong history. On Monday, July 6, U.S. Representative Steve King, of the 4th district of Iowa, in July. and tools will also be provided.
New signage will be going up at MBT Bank’s seven locations over the next made a stop at a local Clear Lake company, Titan Pro, to learn more about Ti- On Wednesday, July 15, from To sign-up call 641-843-5014 or
several weeks – as well as new billboards, radio and television commercials and tan Pro’s role in the agricultural industry. Titan Pro offers growers a whole farm 6-8 p.m., a Diabetic Education email [email protected].
more. Ongoing changes will continue to appear, including the bank’s website solution including seed, crop protection, fertilizer and insurance. During the Course will be held at the HCHS On Thursday, July 23, a Pulmo-
and mobile app. visit, Titan Pro’s owner, Jeff Meints, gave Representative King and EDC Reps a Community Health Center, 545 State nary Function Test Clinic will be held
“It is important that MBT retains its established values but at the same tour of the company’s facilities while discussing a variety of issues impacting the St., Garner, Iowa. Instructor Diane from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., at the HCHS
time develops a new and modern identity,” said Dennis Busta, President and Agricultural Industry today. -Submitted photo Vrieze will discuss high blood pres- Community Health Center, in Gar-
CEO of MBT. “The rebranding exercise will ensure that we get the right mes- sure, elevated blood sugars, unhealthy ner. If you have trouble with short-
sage out to our customers and potential consumers. We feel it’s important to let cholesterol levels, difficulty maintain- ness of breath then this is the test for
people know what MBT Bank stands for and our new tagline ‘Where will you ing a healthy weigh and diabetic or you. Call 641-843-5500 to reserve a
go with MBT’ signifies the commitment to helping our customers reach their time.
goals. The landscape for community banks is rapidly changing and we recognize
the need for change.”

Wedmore to Free Start Smart
attend Executive Workshop to be
Fire Officer offered July 15
Program
North Iowa Area Community
Adam Wedmore, North Iowa College (NIACC) and the Small Busi-
Area Community College (NIACC) ness Development Center (SBDC) are
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) offering a free two-hour workshop de-
program manager, has been accepted signed for anyone who is considering
into the prestigious National Fire starting a business. At Start Smart,
Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Pro- participants will learn how to cre-
gram (EFOP). This intense program ate a business plan, conduct market
provides senior fire and emergency research, consider different types of
service leaders with a broad perspec- business ownership, and learn how to
tive on various facets of fire and emer- register a business.
gency services administration. The Start Smart will be offered on
program is designed to empower lead- Wednesday, July 15, in room PC 117,
ers to transform fire and emergency ADAM WEDMORE from 6-8 p.m. at NIACC Pappajohn
services from reactive to proactive in leadership roles. They will also be Center, 500 College Drive, Mason
with a focus on leadership develop- applied throughout the larger north City, Iowa.
ment, risk reduction, incident pre- Iowa area due to his involvement in The activities involved in starting
paredness, response and mitigation, training, system development, and a business fall under two broad cate-
Ribbon cutting held for Farmers Market and applied research. continuous improvement of emer- gories—feasibility (the business plan)
Participants enhance their profes- gency services in his role at NIACC. and administrative tasks. While we
The Board of Directors of the new Clear Lake Farmers Market celebrated their market opening at the Surf Ballroom parking sional development through a unique Wedmore hopes to use tools and tech- like to focus on the feasibility issue,
lot with a ribbon cutting provided by the Clear Lake Area Chamber First Mates. -Submitted photo series of four resident graduate and niques gained from this experience to Smart Start provides information and
help local and regional organizations the chance to ask questions on numer-
New agriculture exhibit explores the future of farming upper-level college-equivalent cours- identify and implement solutions to ous other topics including: business
es, and the completion of an applied their unique adaptive challenges and registration, doing customer research,
research project for each course, span- ultimately improve emergency ser- how bankers evaluate business con-
Heartland Museum, located at you accomplish when you volunteer 515-602-6000 for volunteer opportu- ning a four-year period. The courses vices throughout the NIACC service cepts and loans, start-up costs, busi-
50525 Highway 3 W., Clarion, Iowa, have a huge impact on our local com- nities. and accompanying research examine area. ness plan tips, and more.
will be launching two new exhibits munity. It’s great that the Heartland The Heartland Museum will also how to exercise leadership when deal- The EFOP in an initiative of the After attending Start Smart,
this year. One very exciting exhibit gets folks involved,” said Troy Askel- be launching an exhibit honoring ing with difficult or unique problems U.S. Fire Administration and the resi- Small Business Development Center
will look at how farming has changed sen, of Monsanto. those veterans from the area. “Plow within communities or emergency dent courses are held at the National (SBDC) staff will be available to assist
over the years and what is anticipated The museum is always looking Boys to Doughboys” is new this year service organizations. Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Mary- you in reviewing your business plan,
to help farmers in the future. for volunteers to greet people and do as well. Both will be premiered at the The skills developed through land. Wedmore will attend the first of or to provide guidance with other is-
A talented group of Agri-busi- behind the scene tasks and serve on special launch party, “Black Tie and this program will benefit the local fire four resident classes at the National sues.
ness specialists and community lead- committees. Call the Heartland at Levis”, Saturday, May 23, at the mu- and emergency medical service orga- Fire Academy July 20 through July To register, contact Mary Spitz,
ers have come together to design “The seum. Tickets will be available soon. nizations in which Wedmore serves 31. Upon successful completion of SBDC office at NIACC: 641-422-
New Face of Agriculture”. Technol- the four resident courses and applied 4342 or [email protected].
ogy, innovations, efficiencies and dis- research projects an Executive Fire Of-
coveries will be displayed. Deadline nears for farmers to report planted crops ficer certificate is awarded.
Chair of the committee and
Heartland Board Co-Chair, Mary Farmers are urged to remember for payments. Planting dates will be the 2015 reported crop is planted. Friday Night
Tesdahl says, “We’re working hard to to stop by the Cerro Gordo County required again this year. For any questions concerning this or New York Strip Specials
keep the Heartland exhibits interest- Farm Service Agency to report planted After July 15, 2015, producers any other program please contact the
ing and fresh to attract the greatest acres. The deadline to timely report a will be charged a measurement ser- Cerro Gordo County Farm Service $1977
number of visitors to the area.” The crop acreage report is July 15, 2015. vice fee to inspect the field to ensure Agency at 641-423-2286.
Heartland Museum brought more Programs such as the Agriculture Risk
than 3,000 attendees from outside of Coverage (ARC), Price Loss Coverage Prime Rib Almond Crusted
Wright County last season, including (PLC), Conservation Reserve Pro- Walleye
tours from five different countries. gram (CRP), Marketing Authoriza-
Volunteering for committees has tion Loans (MAL), and the Livestock
been rewarding for so many area peo- Forage Program (LFP) all require a
ple. “The work you do and the things acreage report to be filed to be eligible

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