Benjamin Swanson

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Ben Swanson has been with Lake Ridge Bank since 2010. With a degree in Economics from the University of Wisconsin and a background in both retail and commercial banking, Ben applies his experience with a focus on commercial business and small business development in and around the greater Dane County area.  Ben lives in Cross Plains with his family where he is an active volunteer supporting multiple projects and programs throughout the community.

Community Involvement
Cross Plains Area Chamber of Commerce – Board of Directors
Gateway to The Driftless Inc – Board of Directors, Treasurer, Chair
Ice Age Trail Alliance – Board of Directors, Vice President
Saint Francis Xavier Catholic School – Basketball Coach
Dane County Long Term Disaster Recovery Committee – Board of Directors

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Being a financial resource in the community I live in, and working together with our neighbors to build that community by reinvesting local capital.

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