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Hope Markhardt

Assistant Vice President - Business Relationship Manager

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Hope Markhardt, Business Relationship Manager at Lake Ridge Bank’s Mount Horeb office, joined our team in early 2024, bringing six years of extensive banking experience, particularly in credit underwriting and analysis. Hope finds great satisfaction in helping customers navigate their individual business loan process, ensuring they are well-informed and confident in their financial decisions. As someone from a small town and farming community, Hope is passionate about community banking and values Lake Ridge Bank’s commitment to supporting local businesses, sponsoring community events, and offering personalized financial services. Her dedication to giving back and strengthening the community she grew up in just shows her passion to seeing her community thrive. Give Hope a call today to see how she can help your business thrive with expert financial guidance and personalized service.

Community Involvement
Wisconsin Bankers Association – Building our Leaders of Tomorrow (BOLT) Board Member
Mount Horeb Area Chamber of Commerce – Membership Committee
Mount Horeb Area Chamber of Commerce – Professional Development Committee


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I love the energy of working with local business owners and helping their ideas take off. It’s inspiring to see their hard work fuel our community’s growth!

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