Bellingham, WA – Peoples Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Cassidy Benthin to Assistant Vice President and Branch Manager of the Fairway branch in Lynden. Cassidy has accumulated a decade of experience in retail banking, with four years in a managerial role. Her commitment to providing exceptional service is paramount, and she excels in offering personalized services tailored to the specific needs of her customers.
Additionally, Shawna Bradley, the former Branch Manager of the Fairway branch, has been promoted to Vice President and Branch Manager of Peoples Bank’s Cordata branch in Bellingham. Shawna brings 12 years of retail management experience and is a long-time resident of Whatcom County. She is a passionate supporter of the local community, actively participating in various events such as the Raspberry Festival and the Lynden Farmer’s Day Parade. Shawna is excited about her new role and looks forward to forging new connections with her new staff and customers.
Shawna remarked, “There is a financial aspect to most important life experiences. I love to celebrate the exciting milestones, such as joining bank accounts for newly married couples, starting the first savings account for a new baby, assisting in the first home purchase, or making a customer feel extra celebrated when they make their final mortgage payment.”
Kamyar Monsef, Chief Retail Banking Officer of Peoples Bank, said, “Both Shawna and Cassidy are invaluable assets to Peoples Bank. They truly embody our mission of providing a higher level of service to our customers. We are confident that they will excel in their new roles and significantly contribute to the success of both branches.”
About Peoples Bank
Peoples Bank is a locally owned and operated, independent full-service community bank with $2.4 billion in assets. Headquartered in Bellingham, Washington, Peoples Bank has served the community for over 100 years and operates 23 locations throughout Washington. Reflecting its strong financial management practices, dedicated employees, and long-standing customer relationships, Peoples Bank was awarded a superior five-star rating from Bauer Financial, a leading independent bank rating firm. Learn more about Peoples Bank at www.peoplesbank-wa.com. Member FDIC.
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