EVB Welcomes Chris Fathke as Senior Vice President, Lending in Yankton

Elkhorn Valley Bank is pleased to welcome Chris Fathke as Senior Vice President, Lending at our Yankton branch. Chris brings nearly 19 years of banking experience, with a strong focus in both commercial and agricultural lending. His expertise and deep ties to the region’s ag community make him a valuable addition to our team—and to the customers we serve in and around Yankton.

A native of Avon, South Dakota, Chris and his wife Nikki now live on an acreage with their three children. The family enjoys spending time outdoors golfing, hunting, and fishing, as well as attending their kids’ many sports and extracurricular events. Chris is also active in his community, volunteering as a youth sports referee, serving as treasurer for Zion Lutheran Church, and previously coordinating sponsorship efforts as a City Ambassador.

Chris holds a degree in Business Administration and Finance from Southeast Technical College. He is passionate about helping local ag producers and business owners grow through tailored lending solutions.

“Chris’s background in ag lending and his strong connection to our rural communities make him a great fit for Elkhorn Valley Bank and the Yankton market,” said Lynn Peterson, Yankton Market President. “He understands the challenges and opportunities our ag customers face, and he’s committed to helping them succeed.”

When asked what drew him to Elkhorn Valley Bank, Chris shared, “I have heard great things about EVB and appreciate how they are a community bank that really looks to be involved in the communities they are in and see them thrive.”

Chris is excited to continue his career in commercial and ag lending by offering customers lending options that help them grow their operations and build for the future. He is now available to assist with your ag and commercial lending needs at our Yankton branch at 114 Douglas Avenue, Suite 5, Yankton, SD.

Please join us in welcoming Chris to the EVB team!