Mentored … and mentoring. That’s Mike Fogarty. Mike’s been a Lakesider since 2014 and is one of our senior commercial loan officers. And he’s quite a unique loan officer. Read on!

Mike knows how important it is for us to look out for one another. Mike was an Evans Scholar. For those who don’t know the Evans Scholar program, it’s quite an honor. Since 1930, the foundation has helped highly deserving young golf caddies with financial need go to college. There are rigorous requirements. Mike won a four-year scholarship to Marquette University, graduating with a BS in Finance in 2004.

At Marquette, Mike had a professor who was also a Senior Lender for Port Washington State Bank in Wisconsin. This professor opened Mike’s eyes to how commercial banking could help people and businesses. Mike also “shadowed” the visiting professor professionally … and Mike’s love of banking was sealed. Mike understands the powerful impact the right banking relationship can have. He’s known for how carefully he evaluates opportunities and builds relationships. It’s Mike’s “emotional intelligence” tempered with financial acumen and a desire to see projects move forward and dreams realized.

Mike began his banking career at Pullman Bank (now US Bank) out of college. He joined Lakeside ten years later in 2014 and has been a Lakesider ever since. He has both credit and origination / relationship management experience.

Mike, his wife Jessica, and daughter Hannah live in the southwest suburbs. And yes, Mike still loves to golf.