Business Testimonials

At Park State Bank, we know that relationships are everything.  That's why local businesses choose us as their trusted banking partner.

Voyageur North Outfitters

"After I retired from a career in law enforcement, I wanted to follow my dream of owning an outfitter or resort and found one in my hometown of Ely. Being new to business ownership, I could have easily been overwhelmed by the process of buying a business, but I had an amazing team of people surrounding and helping my wife and I navigate the process.  We interviewed and researched several banks before we met Wendy Stevens and Park State Bank. Silke and I were both immediately put at ease once we met Wendy; she was so kind and patient with us and answered any question we had, no matter how ridiculous it may have been. I knew we were in great hands as I watched her in action; she knew everyone on our purchase and business planning team already, from business advisor to realtor, accountant and insurance agent and she worked seamlessly with all of them, always looking out for our best interest first. We do all of our banking with Park State Bank and Wendy has become a true friend first and foremost and continues to not only be our banker but acts as a very wise business coach as well. We are so incredibly thankful for everyone at Park State Bank and especially Wendy!"

-Tanner and Silke Spicer-

 

 

Anderson's Greenhouse

"Securing a business loan to purchase Anderson’s Greenhouse initially felt like a daunting task. However, Kiera and her team transformed this challenging process into a seamless and pleasant experience. Her friendliness and helpfulness made everything feel as easy as a walk in the park. Kiera continues to support us with anything we need moving forward. We couldn’t imagine doing this with anyone else!"

-Scott & Savannah Krech, Business Owners of Anderson's Greenhouse-

 

 

ADVANCED MACHINE GUARDING SOLUTIONS (AMGS) 

Spider Lake Resort 

EDWARDS OIL AND NORTH COUNTRY PROPANE

"In anything I’ve asked for, Park State Bank has found a way.  They have my back, and it doesn’t get much better than that.  Park State Bank is a homegrown bank with the capacity to support any resident or any business and they have helped us thrive in the Northland."

-Bob Skalko, General Manager of Edwards Oil and North Country Propane-

The Tipsy Mosquito Wine & Spirit Room

"Mike and I can't say enough about the outstanding support Kiera and the Park State Bank business banking team provided to us during the planning, construction, and start-up of the Tipsy Mosquito.  Their knowledge, experience, and passion for business development and success in our community were instrumental in moving our project forward to completion.  Park State Bank shines in Two Harbors as a dependable banking partner as well as a dedicated partner in community."

-Mike and Tara Kasell, Owners of The Tipsy Mosquito Wine & Spirit Room-

AMERICINN AND SUPER 8

"Park State Bank has been awesome with quick responses to our needs, whether it is a question on a daily transaction or long-term planning.  Wendy Stevens is not only our banker, but she is also a trusted friend who provides us with the best advice for success in our business.  It was a long road with the development of our new hotel, from the land purchase to the ribbon cutting, and Wendy was there every step of the way.  She was quick to respond to our questions and patient with my responses to her questions."

-William (Bill) Aho, President/Owner and Jim Makowsky, General Manager-

Virginia Plastics

"Jennifer (Wainionpaa) and Park State Bank have been a key partner in buying and building my business.  She responds quickly, follows through, understands the needs of the business, and is a wonderful person.  On top of all that, Park State Bank’s people are all very customer focused and easy to work with.  Thank you for all you have done for Virginia Plastics!"

-Jim Zerban, Business Owner of Virginia Plastics-

Rapids Brewing Company

"Park State Bank has been responsive to our business needs and supportive in our start up years.  Particularly, Shannon (Benolken) is easy to communicate with and eager to help us continue to grow.  Our relationship with Park State Bank and the Park State Bank staff is focused around finding success for our local small business."

-Bill Martinetto, Business Owner of Rapids Brewing Company-

  

"After two decades of other business and property ownership, I wanted to fulfill a lifelong dream of resort ownership in northern Minnesota.  I have worked with numerous banks and bankers over the years; however, none can compare to Wendy Stevens and the Park State Bank team!  This was genuinely the first time ever that I met a banker and bank that truly seems to understand the challenges of running a small business and also understands the need to work together on the local economic fronts so that everyone can thrive and grow."

-Dylan Sirny, Owner of Harmony Beach Resort-

XR EVENTS

"In the past decade Park State Bank has stood by our side while our company has grown tremendously. Kiera (Wilson) and her team are a key reason we have been able to establish a national business on the quiet North Shore of Minnesota."

-Barry Braun, CEO of XR Events-

Excel north physical Therapy & performance

"We had a vision of what we wanted to achieve with our new business and Bryan (Lent) at Park State Bank guided us through the process to make it a reality.  We are grateful for his expertise and individualized attention.  Having the opportunity to help our community is a dream come true and we look forward to working with Bryan and Park State Bank again. 

-DJ Lahti & Jamie Foreman, Co-Owners of Excel North Physical Therapy & Performance-

CASTLE DANGER

"Working with Kiera is like working with a close friend.  There is trust on both ends.  Kiera and Park State Bank are truly invested in the success of our business and our region.  That's the community bank difference."

-Jamie MacFarlane, CFM of Castle Danger-