Staff
It's not the development company. It's the people behind the development company. The Prairieland EDC staff is dedicated to serving our clients
and communities. We guide you through the loan process with the goal of reducing your burden and stress, and we continue to provide personal service
after your loan has been awarded.
Click on the photos below to learn more about our staff.

Ann Peterson
Ann has been with Prairieland EDC since 1999. Her role is to work for small business owners and with a variety of lenders to obtain
financing for the development of their small business projects. Ann has degrees in Economics and Geography with a minor in Business
from Mankato State University. Ann enjoys spending time with her family, watching sporting events and
going to the lake. Currently, Ann is the President/CEO of Prairieland EDC.
Ann Peterson
ann@prairielandedc.com
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Jason Gerdes
Jason resides in Worthington, MN where he was born and raised. He graduated from
Augustana College in Sioux Falls, SD where he received a BA degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing and a minor in
Economics. Jason enjoys sports of all types and also enjoys spending time with his family and friends. Currently, Jason is the Loan Portfolio Specialist at
Prairieland EDC.
Jason Gerdes
jason@prairielandedc.com
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Jeaneen Nelson
Jeaneen grew up near Marshall, MN but now resides in Slayton, MN. Jeaneen and her
husband Daryl have a blended family of 2 daughters and 2 sons. They are blessed with eight grandchildren that steal their hearts.
Jeaneen loves spending time at her cabin on Lake Shetek, golfing, reading and sharing time with family and friends. She also enjoys
doing volunteer work in several church and community organizations. Currently, Jeaneen works as General Office Support at
Prairieland EDC.
Jeaneen Nelson
jeaneen@prairielandedc.com
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Lisa Onken
Lisa recently joined the Prairieland Team at the end of 2009. She works with the small business after the loan is funded in a variety
of facets, such as preparing for subordinations or prepayment, annual compliance issues, loan workouts, and more. Lisa has a degree
in Sociology from the University of Minnesota and, recently, has worked over 16 years in real estate development. She greatly enjoys her
time with her kids, her service with Girl Scouts, playing volleyball, and working with her husband to grow their farm
operation. Currently, Lisa is the Loan Servicing Officer at Prairieland EDC.
Lisa Onken
lisa@prairielandedc.com
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Tesa Jenniges
Tesa grew up in Storden, MN and currently lives in Lamberton, MN. She graduated from
Southwest Minnesota State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and a minor in Marketing. Tesa enjoys spending
time with her family and friends, watching movies, reading, traveling and being outdoors. Currently, Tesa is the Loan Assistant at
Prairieland EDC.
Tesa Jenniges
tesa@prairielandedc.com
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