Meet Our Team

As Charter Bank’s CEO, Matt oversees the day-to-day operations and all aspects of all four bank locations, as well as the overall strategy of the bank. Matt started with Charter Bank in July of 2002. He grew up in Ankeny, graduated from Ankeny High School and went on to graduate from The University of Northern Iowa in 2002 with a BA in Finance. Starting his banking career in 1999, Matt has enjoyed working in all facets of banking from the teller line, to operations to lending; which made him a great candidate for CEO at Charter Bank. 

Matt is involved in numerous organizations including serving as Treasurer and board member for the Grimes Storehouse, a board member for the Johnston Economic Development Corporation (JEDCO), a member of the Iowa School of Banking Advisory Board and a board member for the Iowa Bankers Mortgage Corporation. He is a member of Grimes Lions Club and is a regular blood donor at LifeServe Blood Center. He previously served as a member of his church’s Council and Stewardship Committee and as a volunteer coach for various sports through the Grimes Parks and Rec.

Matt and his wife have 3 children and live in Johnston. In their free time they like to ride bikes, play cornhole, walk their dogs and attend the kids’ extracurricular activities.

As Charter Bank’s Chief Operating Officer, Sharm is responsible for the overall operations of the Bank which includes data processing, computer operations, financial and regulatory reporting and supporting staff in their respective daily needs.

Sharm started with Charter Bank in 2007.  He is from a small town in eastern Iowa where he grew up working in his family owned bank.  This opportunity laid the foundation for his passion to always work for a true community bank like Charter Bank.

Sharm graduated from Iowa State University in 1985 with a BBA with an emphasis in Finance.  After graduation, he stayed in central Iowa working for 3 other community banks before joining Charter Bank.  He is active in the Johnston Chamber of Commerce and is currently serving as treasurer.  Sharm and his wife ReDawn live in Johnston and have two grown boys. They enjoy being involved with their church and in their spare time they enjoy each other’s company, spending time with family, cheering on the Cyclones, watching movies on the BIG screen and an occasional round of golf.

Mark started at Charter Bank in September of 2019. As Vice President of Commercial Lending he manages existing commercial business partners and develops and supports new relationships.

He grew up in Cedar Rapids, graduated from Kennedy High School and went on to graduate from Coe College with BA degrees in Accounting and Business Administration with emphases in Finance, Strategic Management, and Marketing. He started his banking career as a Home Mortgage Loan Officer, transitioned to a Personal Banker and then worked as a Senior Business Banking Specialist before starting with Charter Bank.

He enjoys staying active in the Johnston Chamber of Commerce where he is currently a member of the Ambassador Committee and also volunteers for various other events in the community and the surrounding communities in the Des Moines Metro.

Mark lives in West Des Moines and in his spare time likes to golf and spend time with his nephew and two nieces.

As Vice President Johnston Market Manager, Brien manages staff, assists customers and helps with any and all lending needs from big to small. He enjoys working with consumer and business clients throughout Johnston and the surrounding communities.  

He grew up in a rural farming community – Victor, Iowa. Brien graduated from Hartwick-Ladora-Victor High School and went on to graduate from AIB College of Business with a BA in Business Administration. After college he started with Wells Fargo for a brief time and then went to work at Principal Financial Group. He began in the participant call center and then moved on to phone sales for retirement planning servicing. From there he moved to an analyst position for close to two and half years and then onto management for the last two years.

Brien and his wife, Brittany, reside in Waukee along with their two dogs. They enjoy spending time with their nieces and nephews as well as playing golf, and watching football and basketball – especially Iowa State. Brien also enjoys automotive detailing during his free time.

Corey started as a Teller at Charter Bank in June of 2001. In the last 20 years, he has moved up the ranks to become BSA Officer, Security Officer and Assistant Cashier and is responsible for coordinating the development, implementation and administration of all aspects of the corporate-wide Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Compliance Program and the Bank’s Security Program.

Corey grew up in Southwest North Dakota (Bowman and Dickinson), graduated from South East Polk High School and went on to graduate with an associate’s degree in Management from Hamilton College.

He enjoys staying active in the community by serving as Treasurer for the Grimes Lions Club. Corey also volunteers for various other events in the community and the surrounding communities in the Des Moines Metro.

Corey resides with his wife, Amy, in Grimes where their two children attend DC-G schools. In his free time he likes to fish and spend time with his family.

As Charter Bank’s Compliance Officer, Rick is responsible for the overall compliance and regulatory oversight for the bank. This includes bank deposits, lending, and operations. He also supports staff in their respective daily needs.

Rick started with Charter Bank in 2022. He is from Clarion, a small town in North Central Iowa. While in college, he started his banking career in 1983, where he worked as a collector for a Des Moines corporate bank. 

Rick graduated from Upper Iowa University in 1992 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Financial Management. After graduation, he held various levels of banking positions for community banks in central Iowa and worked for the FDIC before joining Charter Bank. Rick lives in Urbandale and has two grown children and grandchildren. He enjoys spending time with family, classic cars, and an occasional round of golf.

Nikki has been Assistant Vice President Grimes Market Manager at Charter Bank since June of 2022. From managing staff, servicing customers, to any and all lending needs from big to small, she enjoys working with consumer and business clients throughout Grimes and the surrounding communities.

She grew up in Waukee, graduated from Waukee High School and went on to graduate from Simpson College with a BA in Psychology, a BA in Sociology, and a minor in Criminal Justice. Nikki started her banking career in 2015 as a teller and continued to grow and develop, most recently serving as branch manager.

Nikki stays involved in the community by serving as a board member for the Ankeny Young Professionals (AYP). She was also recently an Ambassador for the Ankeny Chamber of Commerce. She is looking forward to continuing her chamber involvement and immersing herself in the Grimes Chamber.

She lives with her son in Ankeny where she enjoys spending time with their family and friends and watching and attending sporting events.  

Greg is President and Market Manager for Charter Bank in Waukee. He said,“I work with a great and experienced staff that I am fortunate to have on my team.” Along with managing the Waukee branch, his primary responsibilities include commercial and ag lending, overseeing Charter Bank’s lending department and serving on committees such as Loan Committee and Asset Liability Committee. 

He grew up on a farm in Shelby County, IA and graduated from high school in Harlan, IA. While attending Iowa State University he worked at a local bank as a part-time teller from sophomore to senior year. In 2006, after graduating with a BS in Business Finance, he started with Charter Bank as a Loan Officer. Being from a small town, he knew working for a smaller, community focused bank was where he wanted to work. 

Greg enjoys staying involved in the Waukee community. He recently finished a four-year term serving on the Board of Directors for the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce, where he also served as Treasurer. He continues to stay active in the Chamber as a member. Greg has been a member of the Waukee Downtown Business Group since 2010 where he has served as Treasurer and Secretary. This group plays a key role in Waukee downtown events including the Farmers Market, WinterFest and the 4^th of July celebration. Other volunteer activities in the community include serving on the Waukee Downtown Façade Improvement Committee, assisting at his church and volunteering at various other community and local events. 

He lives with his family on an acreage in Waukee. They enjoy spending time outside as much as they can which includes fishing, golfing, biking and camping. One of their favorite evenings is filled with family and friends that includes socializing, yard games and a relaxing fire pit. Greg and his wife’s roots of growing up in the country finds them hanging out or helping on their family farms as well. 

Erin began with Charter Bank in June 2017 as a Loan Analyst after graduating from Iowa State University with a BS in Accounting. She grew up in Johnston and graduated from Johnston High School. In 2019, Erin became a Loan Officer and most recently, Vice President Waukee Market Manager. She manages staff, assists customers and helps with any and all lending needs from big to small. She enjoys working with consumer and business clients throughout Waukee and the surrounding communities.  

Erin volunteers in her community by acting as the Chair of the Waukee Young Professionals, which is a group of individuals that either work or live in Waukee who are looking to make business connections, volunteer, and support local businesses.  

She lives with her husband in Waukee. In their free time they like to go for walks, binge watch TV shows and golf together.

As a Loan Officer, Ciara enjoys working with customers to determine the best product for them, whether it is a mortgage, home equity, or vehicle loan. She grew up in the small town of West Union, Iowa and graduated from North Fayette Valley High School. Ciara went on to graduate from the University of Northern Iowa with a BA in Finance and Economics. She started her banking career in college where she worked at a community bank in Cedar Falls as a teller and loan processing intern.

Ciara lives in West Des Moines. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her boyfriend and family, golfing, checking out local coffee shops, and taking her golden retriever on walks. 

Recently, Ciara became a member of the Waukee Young Professionals, where she is excited to make business connections, volunteer, and support the local community.