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Edina & Roseville, MN

Jim Basten

Market President

651.325.4177

Joe Peterson

Business Banking Manager / Senior Commercial Banker

952.230.9041

Justin Schultz

Director of SBA Lending

Edina

651.325.4176

Laura Wyse

SBA Development Officer

Roseville

651.325.4167

Rob Olson

Senior Commercial Banker

Edina

952.230.9047

Jeffrey "Jeff" Lee

Senior Commercial Banker

Roseville

651.325.4175

Tony Watts

Senior Commercial Banker

Roseville

651.291.5781

Jennifer Resner

Senior Commercial Banker

Roseville

651.291.5772

Tony Bartlett

Commercial Banker

Roseville

651.291.5776

Ross Dahlin

Commercial Banker

Edina

651.325.4162

Alexander Bahl

Senior Portfolio Manager

Edina

952.230.9023

Blake Bartscher

Portfolio Manager

Roseville

651.291.5773

Jim Basten

Market President

Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 651.325.4177
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Jim joined the bank in 2018 with over 20 years of experience in commercial lending. As Market President, he enjoys developing strong relationships that benefit clients and the bank in addition to making a positive impact on the community. Jim is a member of Minnesota Multi Housing Association and National Association for Industrial and Office Parks.

He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Real Estate Finance and Risk Management while playing football at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Jim is very involved in his community, as he coaches high school and youth sports, is a member of Woodbury Chamber of Commerce, volunteers for National MS Society, and is involved with his local church. In his free time, he enjoys coaching, attending sporting events, spending time with his family and friends, fishing, and visiting the lake. Jim and his wife Heather have three kids, Kelsey, Nick, and Ty.

Joe Peterson

Senior Vice President, Business Banking Manager /

Senior Commercial Banker

Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 952.230.9041
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Joe, Senior Vice President/Business Banking Manager, joined the organization in 2015 with over 20 years of banking experience. Joe earned his bachelor’s degree at Valley City State University where he played college football. He then went on to attend Stonier Graduate School of Banking – University of Pennsylvania.

Joe resides in Minnesota with his wife Laurie and their two kids, Olivia and Nick. He enjoys doing anything outdoors including hunting, fishing, spending time at their cabin, and cheering at his kids’ sporting events.

Justin Schultz

Senior Vice President, Director of SBA Lending

Edina
Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 651.325.4176
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Justin joined the bank in 2021 with over 20 years of experience in the finance and banking industries, including commercial lending and Small Business Association (SBA) Managerial experience. As Director of SBA Lending at First Bank & Trust, he thrives on supporting small businesses in our communities through the development and leadership of our SBA Lending Department. Justin is a member of the American Bankers Association and is active with the U.S. and Minnesota SBA offices as well as the Minnesota Commercial Association of Realtors (MNCAR).

He attended Inver Hill Community College as well as the University of Wisconsin. Justin is very involved in his community, as he is on the board of the Lakeville Hockey Association, a member of the local chamber of commerce, and coaches several youth sports teams. In his free time, he enjoys playing hockey, boating, escaping the cold Minnesota winters to vacations in warmer weather, as well as spending time with family and friends. Justin and his wife Angela have two kids, Parker and Mason, and a canine kid, their dog Zamboni.

Laura Wyse

SBA Development Officer

Roseville

Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 651.325.4167
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Laura joined the bank in October 2021 with more than 13 years of experience in various banking positions, including SBA. As SBA Business Development Officer, she provides helpful financial product and business services advice to business customers.

Originally from Oakdale, MN, Laura earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting at the University of Wisconsin – River Falls. She is involved in professional organizations, including Flips Booster Club and Minnesota Bankers Association. She also enjoys being a member of the Northpointe HOA and the Centerville PTA.

Laura now lives in Lino Lakes with her husband, her three daughters, Laila, Quinn, and Raegan, and their dog, Henry. Her personal interests include playing sand volleyball, coaching fastpitch softball and volleyball for her children, and baking new dishes.

Rob Olson

Senior Commercial Banker

Edina

Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 952.230.9047
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Rob Olson joined the organization in 2020 as Vice President, Business Banking Officer. Prior to starting at First Bank & Trust, Rob gained extensive experience in a variety of banking positions including Credit Analyst, Loan Officer, and Vice President Lender. In his current role, Rob helps manage and grow commercial loan and deposit portfolios for his business customers. Rob attended St. Cloud State University where he earned a degree in finance while being involved in numerous intramural sports and Investment Club.

Originally from Fargo, North Dakota, Rob now calls Savage his home where he resides with his wife, Jenny, and their two sons, Brayden and Brody. Outside of work, Rob enjoys playing and coaching sports, music, cooking, movies, and traveling with his family.

Jeffrey "Jeff" Lee

Senior Commercial Banker

Roseville

Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 651.325.4175
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Tony Watts

Senior Commercial Banker

Roseville

Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 651.291.5781
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Tony Watts is First Bank Trust’s Vice President of Business Banking in Roseville. Before starting at the bank, Tony built an 18-year career in the business banking industry. In his current position, Tony is responsible for presenting business banking options, such as lending or deposit products, to customers and managing relationships once those individuals become bank customers.

Tony earned a finance degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He is involved in his community, spending five years on the board and finance committee for the African Development Center, two years on the board and finance committee for Accord Services, and four years on the Brooklyn Park Business Forward Advisory Board. Outside of work, Tony enjoys playing pickleball and partaking in any outdoor activity. He currently resides in Otsego, MN, with his fiancée Lindsey and their five children.

Jennifer Resner

Senior Commercial Banker

Roseville

Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 651.291.5772
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Tony Bartlett

Commercial Banker

Roseville

Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 651.291.5776
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Tony joined the bank in 2016 with 17 years of experience in business and commercial banking as well as mortgage lending. As Personal Banker for First Bank & Trust, he builds and manages long-lasting relationships with business owners, helping to grow their business by providing creative solutions to their needs. Tony attended St. Cloud State University and earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology.

Tony is a member of St. Paul and Roseville Chamber of Commerce and is a board member for the Forest Lake Basketball Association. He also enjoys being involved in the community through being a confirmation leader at his church and volunteering at Feed My Starving Children, Second Harvest, and catholic charities. Tony’s personal interests include spending time with his family, coaching, and golfing with his friends. Originally from Austin, MN, he now resides in Forest Lake, MN, with his wife Chris, his three children, Lindsay, Allison, and Nick, and a dog named Rudy.

Ross Dahlin

Commercial Banker

Edina

Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 651.325.4162
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Ross Dahlin joined the organization in 2021 as VP, Business Banking. In his role, Ross is responsible for business development and commercial lending for commercial real estate and commercial and industrial relationships. Prior to joining the team, Ross worked in commercial mortgage, commercial appraisal, credit analysis, business banking, and banking/commercial real estate finance. Ross attended the University of Wisconsin – Madison where he earned a bachelor of science degree in geography and his business certificate. He is a member of the Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP) – MN Chapter.

Community involvement is important to Ross, as he serves as Cub Scout Leader – Woodbury Pack 9060 and a member of the City of Woodbury Audit & Investment Committee. Outside of work, Ross enjoys skiing, fishing, camping, mountain biking, paddle boarding, traveling, cooking, gardening, geography, and international relations. He and his wife Melissa (Missy) have two sons, Anders and Leo.

Alexander Bahl

Senior Portfolio Manager

Edina

Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 952.230.9023
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Alex Bahl joined First Bank & Trust in January 2022, and currently works at the Edina location as a Senior Portfolio Manager. He has previously worked in the banking industry in various roles, including Portfolio Manager, Credit Analyst, and Teller.

Originally from Chanhassen, Minnesota, Alex earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from St. Cloud State University. Alex is active in the community and is a member of several organizations including the Risk Management Agency (RMA), Habitat for Humanity, Junior Achievement, Best Prep, Every Meal, and Second Harvest Heartland.

In his free time, Alex enjoys golf, gym visits, and being outdoors. He married his high school sweetheart, Ashlee, and in 2021, welcomed twin boys, Owen and Charlie.

Blake Bartscher

Portfolio Manager

Roseville

Toll Free: 800.843.1552 // Direct: 651.291.5773
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Twin Cities Business Banking Team

Edina & Roseville, MN

Jim Basten

Joe Peterson

Justin Schultz

Laura Wyse

Rob Olson

Jeffrey "Jeff" Lee

Tony Watts

Jennifer Resner

Tony Bartlett

Ross Dahlin

Alexander Bahl

Blake Bartscher