MIKE PATE

President and C.E.O.
mpate@unitedrepublicbank.com
p: (402) 505-8500
111 North 181st St.
P.O. Box 540126
Omaha, NE 68154-9772
EXPERTISE:
- Organizational management
- Strategic planning
- New business development
- Speaking and presentations
- Commercial real estate
- Business and professional banking
- Commercial lending
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- 33+ years' banking experience
- Formerly President of other Omaha-area financial institutions
- University of Nebraska – Omaha
- Colorado Graduate School of Banking, University of Colorado – Boulder
- National Commercial Lending School, University of Oklahoma - Norman
INTERESTS/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
- Spending time with family
- Millard Public Schools Board of Education (Elected 4 terms)
- Millard Public Schools Foundation – Board Member
- Millard Rotary
- Omaha Chamber of Commerce
- Nebraska Bankers Association-Board of Directors
- Omaha/Council Bluffs Chapter of Bank Administration Institute –Past President
- Mid-American Council Boy Scouts of America - Board of Trustees
“There is nothing more important to us than delivering exceptional customer service at each and every level of the organization. We are truly committed to performing and delivering at a higher level than our competitors, and providing an environment that is professional, trustworthy, accurate, and responsive.”
VENITA L. SPIER

Chief Operations Officer
vspier@unitedrepublicbank.com
p: (402) 505-8500
111 North 181st St.
P.O. Box 540126
Omaha, NE 68154-9772
EXPERTISE:
- Operations management
- Financial analysis and management
- Data management and automation
- Human resource management
- Relationship development
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- 26 years' banking experience
- Past Finance and Operations Officer for Omaha and Midwest banks
- University of Nebraska - Lincoln
INTERESTS/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
- Writing
- Technology
- Traveling
“Customer service is a simple threestep process: ask the right questions, truly listen to the customer’s response, and implement the best solution. Each of our team members has the ability to earn or lose a customer relationship, and people, by nature, treat others as they are treated. By creating a secure, principled, and consultative environment, we create
a team that is empowered and eager to share those same values with our customers.”
DOUGLAS NODGAARD

Chief Lending Officer
dnodgaard@unitedrepublicbank.com
p: (402) 505-8500
111 North 181st St.
P.O. Box 540126
Omaha, NE 68154-9772
EXPERTISE:
- Commercial Lending
- Financial analysis and management
- Business development
- Relationship development
- Marketing management
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- 26 years' banking experience
- Past Finance and Operations Officer for Omaha and Midwest banks Instructor for the American Banking Institute and the Nebraska Banker’s Association
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Wayne State College
INTERESTS/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
- Former President and board member of the Elkhorn Legion Baseball Association (2004-2008)
- Former Vice President and board member of the Elkhorn Baseball Association (1999-2007)
- Former Basketball, Baseball and Football coach
“My philosophy is simple: I treat my clients the way I would like to be treated and truly care about them. I promptly respond to their requests and give them honest and straightforward answers to their questions.”
KATIE HENRY

Mortgage Loan Officer
Marketing/HR Officer
khenry@unitedrepublicbank.com
p: (402) 505-8500
111 North 181st St.
P.O. Box 540126
Omaha, NE 68154-9772
EXPERTISE:
- Mortgage lending
- Business development
- Relationship management
- Marketing
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- 9 years' mortgage lending experience
- Real estate licensed since 2002
- Previously managed successful mortage lending and real estate company
- University of Nebraska - Lincoln
INTERESTS:
- Business Networking International
- Spending time with family
- Biking and walking
- Active in church
“My concerns for both my client’s personal and professional banking needs are genuine and sincere. From thoughtful analysis of product alignment to considerate, timely response, I strive to ensure my clientele experience some of the finest, personal service available.”
KATHIE SPARKS

Assistant Operations Officer/Branch Manager
ksparks@unitedrepublicbank.com
p: (402) 505-8500
111 North 181st St.
P.O. Box 540126
Omaha, NE 68154-9772
EXPERTISE:
- Branch management
- Operations
- Client relationships
- Mortgage loans
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Over 30 years' banking experience
- University of Nebraska, Lincoln
INTERESTS:
- Rotary International
- Omaha Chapter Women's Council of Realtors
- Metropolitan Omaha Builder's Association (MOBA)
“I’ll use my years of experience in banking to ensure our clients receive the personal service and
products to meet their needs and expectations. We not only provide solutions, we treat customers with integrity and respect.”
GABE WILCOX

Mortgage Manager
gwilcox@unitedrepublicbank.com
p: (402) 505-8500
111 North 181st St.
P.O. Box 540126
Omaha, NE 68154-9772
EXPERTISE:
- Mortgage Lending
- Business development
- Relationship management
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- 6 years' mortgage lending experience
- 10 years management experience
- Previously managed successful mortgage lending company
- Bachelor's of Finance from University of Nebraska - Lincoln on a full ride scholarship
- Master's in Business Administration
- Former Captain in United States Air Force
INTERESTS:
- Spending time with family
- Outdoor activities
- Active in church
“My clients deserve to know all their options, and the pros and cons of each. Helping them to reach the best possible decision, with the best information, is my ultimate goal.”
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