Background and Experience

I have 27 years of banking experience with an emphasis in commercial lending. I am currently the President of the Bank and I serve on the Board of Directors.

Graduate School of Banking, University of Colorado (Go Buffs!)

Western States School of Banking, University of New Mexico

American Bankers Association National Commercial Lending, Southern Methodist University

What are the values that drive you?

A high work ethic. To me, this means always doing the right thing and considering others needs and wants before your own.

What volunteering or passion projects do you do outside of work?

Serving our local Kiwanis Club is a passion of mine. We hold several fundraising events each year such as the annual Duck Race, Charity Night and our newest event, the Off-road Poker Run. These funds are then distributed to children and youth programs throughout Montezuma and Dolores Counties.

Do you have any skills or talents that most people don’t know about you?

In the early 1990’s I sang with a men’s chorus and we performed the National Anthem live at a Denver Bronco’s game (and I walked past John Elway on the sidelines)!

What’s the first job you’ve ever had, and what did you learn from it?

My first job was at a drive-in movie theater, picking up trash each morning after the previous nights’ movies. I learned very quickly that  hard work and commitment will eventually get you out of the muck.

Favorite movie line or quote.

“Jefe, do you know what a plethora is?”

– The Three Amigos

What are your hopes for our industry?

I’m hopeful that true community banks can continue to thrive in the midst of large regional and mega bank expansions into rural America. A bank customer should be able to drop in and visit with their friendly neighborhood banker; about solving financial challenges, or simply to talk about last weekend’s football game.

What’s the top destination on your must-visit list?

Anywhere with a beach!

Background and Experience

I have 14 years of commercial lending experience with a focus on specialized lending. In addition, I have worked in positions where I provided technical assistance to businesses on their business plans and financial projections. I graduated with honors from Fort Lewis College with a degree in Business Finance.

What does community banking mean to you?

Knowing my customers and having the ability to see the person behind the application and working with them, even if it means being a little flexible.

What are the values that drive you?

Integrity, empathy, and the desire to help.

What is your proudest accomplishment?

Being a Mother!

What volunteering or passion projects do you do outside of work?

Since college I have stayed involved with the Small Business Development Center as I enjoy helping businesses get access to technical assistance and training to help them start, grow, and prosper.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Spending time with my husband and two daughters working on our family ranch and snowmobiling.

Favorite movie line or quote:

“Life is too short to wake up in the morning with regrets. So, love the people who treat you right, forgive the ones who don’t and believe that everything happens for a reason. If you get a chance, take it. If it changes your life, let it. Nobody said it’d be easy, they just promised it would be worth it.”

– Dr. Seuss

If you were a superhero, which one would you be? If you could choose a superpower, what would it be?

If I had to choose a superpower, it would be teleportation and eliminating the need to drive.

What’s the top destination on your must-visit list?

Alaska

What’s the weirdest food you’ve ever eaten?

Alligator, but the best part was watching my daughters face when she tried it.

Background and expertise

With my prior banking experience, I understand what it’s like being both the customer and the banker. I started as a receptionist, worked my way to a loan originator, loan processor, loan closer and internal auditor. I am well versed in finance, auditing and policy/contract management.

What does community banking mean to you?

There’s peace in knowing that our customers are not just an account number. They are faces within our community and we are committed to their success.

What are the values that drive you?

Honesty, integrity, hard work and humility.

Proudest Accomplishment

Being a mom and grandma is great, but watching my boys as they maneuver through life’s turbulences with the values they’ve been taught, is priceless! (They were actually listening…LOL)

What volunteering or passion projects do you do outside of work? 

I serve as a volunteer planner with Team Rubicon, which is a military based emergency disaster response team. My passion is helping others in and out of my community, especially our military veterans as they reintegrate into society after their military careers.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I value quality time spent with my family, laughing and enjoying life outdoors.

Favorite movie line or quote. 

The secret of life, though, is to fall seven times and to get up eight times. – Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

If you were a superhero, which one would you be? 

Wonder Woman – she’s unconquerable!

When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? 

A fashion designer living in Paris while being married to Pierre Du Pont.

What’s the top destination on your must-visit list?

Italy

Background and Experience

I have 13 years of banking experience, primarily focused in deposit operations. I am also a Certified BSA/AML Professional through the Independent Community Bankers of America.

Proudest Accomplishment

Being a mom!

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I love spending time with my family, reading, and crafting!

Favorite movie line or quote

“How we survive, is what makes us who we are.” – Rise Against

Who would most likely play you in a movie?

Anna Kendrick

Favorite book(s)

Penryn and the End of Days series

Background and Experience

I have 37 years of banking experience, coupled with personal ranching and farming interests.

Proudest Accomplishment

My children, which somehow led to grandchildren.

What’s the first job you had and what did you learn from it?

Farming for the neighbor – and they actually paid me for it!

Favorite movie line or quote

“Any more questions?” – John Wayne, Eldorado

The phrase was later adopted by Bumble Bee in Transformers.

What TV show do you never miss?

Yellowstone

Who would most likely play you in a movie?

Charlie Chaplin

What’s the top destination on your must-visit list?

I would really like to drive my motor home to Tahiti!

What’s the weirdest food you’ve ever eaten?

One of my co-workers introduced me to wasabi…I thought I was going to die!

Background and Experience

I am a Montezuma County local, passionate about home and family with 14 years of experience in banking. This includes operations, consumer and real estate lending.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Spending time with my family and anything that is on the water.

Favorite book(s)

Pillars of the Earth, which focuses on overcoming adversity and hardship to accomplish a goal.

When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Forensic Pathologist. This was short lived, as I didn’t have the aptitude for science.

Three words that best describe you

Giving, determined, and happy.

What’s the weirdest food you’ve ever eaten?

Rattlesnake!

Background and Experience

I have 37 years of experience in banking, and my time has primarily been focused in the consumer lending area.

What does community banking mean to you?

Flexibility and familiarity with our customers.

Proudest Accomplishment

Being a mother and grandmother.

Do you have any skills or talents that most people don’t know about you?

I build furniture.

Favorite movie line or quote

“Elk don’t know how many feet a horse has!” – Jeramiah Johnson

If you were a superhero, which one would you be?

I would be Wonder Woman and have the ability to fly.

Person you would most like to have dinner with?

Mother Theresa

Three words that best describe you

Funny, kind, and easy-going

What’s the weirdest food you’ve ever eaten?

Frog legs!

Background and Experience

I have 17 years in the IT Networking & Security realm. I began in the corporate environment, dabbled in the oil and gas industry, and moved into the banking world where I currently reside.

What does community banking mean to you?

Community banking means taking care of each other. Only in a community like ours do you know each other by name.

What volunteering or passion projects do you have outside of work?

I have a passion for helping people who are struggling. I help lead a 12-step life recovery group, which gives me the opportunity to show people in our community that good, positive life change is possible.

Do you have any skills or talents that most people don’t know about you?

I enjoy cooking and making new creations in the kitchen. Some creations are enjoyed by my family, others not so much. In my life before computers, I was an Executive Chef.

What’s the first job you’ve ever had, and what did you learn from it?

My first job was bucking hay and loading tractor trailers. At the time it was just a job. Looking back, I see that helped me build a good work ethic and learn what it takes to get the job done.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I enjoy getting out and feeling the wind as I ride my motorcycle. If you’ve ever ridden a motorcycle then you’ll understand; it’s never about the destination, only about the ride.

Favorite movie line or quote:

“If you tell the truth you don’t have to remember anything.” – Mark Twain

If you were an animal, what would you be?

I would be a cat since they never do what they’re told and just do what they want.

When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I didn’t want to grow up.