Partnering With Community Banks Nationwide Since 1998

HERE TO HELP YOU DRIVE CHANGE

Our philosophy

We believe in people

People often think of an organization’s assets in terms of cash, inventory, buildings, equipment, and other tangible assets. However, probably the most important asset can make or break the success of today’s businesses. We’re talking about people. The company's employees. After all, they are the ones that produce value to their customers and drive profitability.

We firmly believe that retaining excellent human talent has a huge effect on the company's innovative capacities and long-term financial growth. This is where PCI Performance Management works to elevate your organizations human talent and align it with your long-term strategy.

Our team

Industry Experts

PCI Performance Management is a community bank consulting firm serving our clients since 1998.

PCI Performance Management offers a portfolio of consulting services including strategic planning, operational efficiency, organizational alignment, C-suite manager resources, and executive management coaching. 

PRESIDENT, FOUNDER, CEO

Loren Prairie

With over 40 years of comprehensive expertise spanning all facets of bank operations, Loren excels in optimizing operations workflow, enhancing efficiency, and addressing strategic planning and staffing challenges. His robust skill set includes:
  • Strategic Planning
  • Board of Directors Training
  • Succession Planning
  • Executive Coaching
  • Operations Workflow Review
  • Staff Modeling
  • Organizational Review

Loren brings a wealth of experience to effectively navigate complex organizational issues and deliver tailored solutions that drive sustainable growth and operational excellence.
Executive Consultant & Leadership Coach

Valerie Overby

Valerie Overby is a seasoned business consultant and executive coach with a wealth of experience since 2011. Holding an Executive Master of Business Administration from the Carlson School of Management in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Valerie specializes in leadership development and organizational effectiveness.

As a certified facilitator for Wiley Everything DiSC Assessments, she brings a deep understanding of human behavior and team dynamics to her consulting role at PCI, where she has contributed for over 12 years.

  • Executive Coaching
  • Organizational Structure
  • Human Resources Support
  • Performance Management
  • Succession Planning
  • Project Management
  • Manager Training Resources
  • Everything DISC Assessments
  • 360 Assessments
Sr. Loan Review Associate         

Tod Ellis

With over 40 years in the banking industry, Tod is a seasoned veteran who has held key roles in both community and multi-state holding companies. His expertise spans across Commercial, Consumer, and Mortgage lending departments, where he has excelled in:

  • Loan Review
  • Loan Policy Development
  • Credit Management
  • Risk Rating
  • CECL Calculations

Tod's deep industry knowledge and leadership experience empower him to provide strategic insights and solutions that drive lending excellence and mitigate risks effectively.
Not finance. Not strategy. Not technology...It is teamwork that remains the ultimate competitive advantage, both because it is so powerful and so rare.
Patrick Lencioni
author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team
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