
Ben Bakke
VP/Territory Manager - Equipment Finance
Originally from Minneapolis, I attended Wheaton College in Illinois, majoring in economics. I spent 3 years as a portfolio manager in the commercial banking group at U.S. Bank before joining Bell Bank.
What I most enjoy in my work here is simply our company’s culture and the great people I encounter each day. I typically meet with existing customers face-to-face several times during the year and keep in touch with them monthly. That means I get to know them – what their business needs and how Bell can help solve some of those challenges.
We earn customers’ respect and loyalty by offering innovative ideas, speed and responsiveness and competitive pricing – along with the personal service that’s Bell’s hallmark.
My wife, Frances, and I live in Minneapolis. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family, outdoor activities, playing and watching sports, and traveling.