Katherine Jester Promoted to Branch Manager
First Bank Kansas is excited to announce the promotion of Katherine Jester to Vice President and Branch Manager. In her new role, Katherine will lead the team at the South 9th branch in Salina and continue to provide excellent service to customers.
Katherine has been with First Bank Kansas for nearly 11 years and is nearing 20 years of total banking experience. Over the years, she has held various positions, including Deposit Operations Support and later, Supervisor. Her dedication and passion for helping customers grow and succeed make her an ideal fit for this new leadership position.
“I am thrilled for my new role as Branch Manager,” Jester said. “I look forward to building our team and continuing to assist customers with the excellent customer service that First Bank Kansas is famous for.”
Angie Eilrich, Chief Operations Officer and Executive Vice President, expressed her enthusiasm for Katherine’s promotion: “I am excited to see the energy and enthusiasm Katherine will bring to her new role. Katherine’s extensive banking knowledge combined with her community involvement will make her a great branch manager.”
Outside of work, Katherine is a proud mother to her boys and has a lively household where the pets outnumber the humans. She enjoys spending time outdoors, especially by the water and in the sunshine. In her spare time, she’s often volunteering with one of the several community non-profits she supports.
Please join us in congratulating Katherine Jester and wishing her success!
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About First Bank Kansas and Advantage Trust Company
Founded in 1961, First Bank Kansas is a community bank that strives to know their customers and deliver exceptional service. With assets of over $500 million, First Bank Kansas is small enough to continue to provide personal service and make local decisions, yet large enough to provide the services their customers want and need. First Bank Kansas is an Equal Housing Lender and Member FDIC. Advantage Trust Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of First Bank Kansas, was founded in 1997. Advantage Trust Company provides trust and investment services and currently manages over $900 million in assets.