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Jodi
Jelinek
Citizens State Bank
of Lankin
This month's "Banker You Should Know" is Jodi initially wanted to go into cosmetology.
Jodi Jelinek, vice president, operations officer, A friend, who was in banking and knew of
internal auditor and insurance agent at the Jodi's love for numbers, gave her an inspiring
Citizens State Bank of Lankin, Park River. Does suggestion. "You know, you don't belong
that sound like a lot of hats? Well, it is! where you're at." her friend said and told her
she should look into a career in banking. Jodi
Lex Armstrong, operations assistant with
says, "I just have this thing. I love numbers,
Citizens, nominated Jodi and wrote, "In her
and I memorize numbers. I have a very good
role, Jodi truly wears a million hats, seamlessly
memory." She decided, "Alright, let's do this!"
managing her diverse responsibilities while
always remaining ready to jump in and support What advice would you give to
the teller line staff whenever needed.” someone looking to enter the
banking field?
How long have you worked in the
banking industry and what led you to Jodi: Be money conscious. Be a saver.
this career?
Jodi says, "There are endless opportunities
Jodi: Twelve years in May. My banking in the banking field. It might not be a fit for
career has always been with Citizens. I everyone, but if you're someone that loves
started out as a teller. numbers like me, it could be."
