Forward Bank

Jeff Baratka has joined Forward Bank as a Commercial Lender serving Phillips and the surrounding area.

In joining the Phillips team, Baratka will guide businesses in the area through the borrowing process and connect owners with experts in all areas of the Forward organization.

“As a Phillips native, I’ve seen how much our community has changed throughout the years,” commented Jeff Baratka, Commercial Lender at Forward Bank. “It was a welcome change when Forward Bank joined the community two years ago and showed us a different style of banking. I’m excited to now join the Forward team in Phillips and share their dedication to community success.”

Baratka is a 2003 Phillips High School graduate. He spent 15 years working at the local Ford dealership and has been active in the community with youth football and other various community fundraising events. He enjoys sports, being outdoors, walking his dog, and spending time with family and friends.

"It’s a true benefit to Phillips to be able to keep local talent in the town they were raised in," said Dave Clark, President of Forward Bank. “Jeff’s style of service blends perfectly with how Forward likes to work with our customers, and we are happy to be able to help him grow as a lender.”