Forward Janesville - TheReport - Third Quarter 2021

AMBASSADOR PROFILE Steph Lawton Vice President of Credit Administration at First National Bank & Trust Company • WHY DID YOU JOIN THE FJI AMBASSADORS? I enjoy connecting with and serving the community. If I can do any small thing to promote this vibrant city, I would like to and that's what drew me to this role. • WHAT DO YOU HOPE TO ACCOMPLISH IN THIS ROLE? If I can connect even one business to the right resource at the right time – whether that ‘resource’ is an area business, a council member, a mentor, an event opportunity, etc. – I will consider that a success. • BEST QUALITY: Humor. If done right, it has the power to cut through even the tensest of situations. • WORST HABIT: Thinking I can help every situation. There’s a balance to be struck, and I’ve learned that sometimes not stepping in can be the most beneficial response. • WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY WORK: How it has the ability to build strong communities through building strong businesses. • THE BOOK ON MY BEDSIDE TABLE: There are a few, but the one on top is The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri • MY CAN’T-MISS PODCAST: Stuff You Should Know