V. Blaine Lenz
Senior Vice President

"Agriculture plays an important role in our communities, our state and our nation.  I want to make a difference for my customers ... I want to provide them with the smart service they need to help their operations evolve and thrive."

A veteran agricultural banker, Blaine Lenz joined Hampton State Bank in 1999 as Senior Vice President to provide enhanced services for agriculture and business customers.  Blaine brings extensive knowledge and more than 30 years of experience to his position in financing all types of agribusiness enterprises, with special expertise in financing farm real estate.  Clients look to Blaine as a valuable resource for their operations.

Blaine works smart for you through continuing education, the use of advanced technology, and membership in major producer organizations.  Ongoing education includes Iowa Bankers Association courses and seminars, USDA Farm Service Agency and U.S. Small Business Administration training, and ISU Extension seminars.  He can analyze your business financial records using ECI Equity Manager.  Blaine is a past member of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers with extensive experience in farm real estate sales, appraisal, and farm management.

Outside of Hampton State Bank, Blaine has taken a leadership role in numerous community organizations including president of Franklin County Development Association and Ag Committee member and Ambassador for the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce.  He served as the 2002-2003 President of the Hampton Rotary Club.  Blaine has also supported the development of tomorrow's producers by serving as Chairman of the Hampton-Dumont FFA Advisory Committee and Treasurer for the FFA's Tall Corn Alumni Association.

Blaine grew up on his family's farm in Hamilton County, Iowa and earned a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in Agricultural Business with a minor in Finance.

At Hampton State Bank, we're working smarter for you!