Jarod Phillips is being promoted to Vice President of Retail Banking, from VP/Senior Branch Banking Officer and will remain an integral part of the Bank’s executive team.
His high-level of performance in a variety of roles at the bank has earned him this advancement.
"Since before I arrived here, Jarod has been a key player in this bank's trajectory," said Bank of Idaho President and CEO Jeff Newgard. "As VP of Retail Banking, he'll be able to capitalize on that depth and breadth of experience. He's got great analytical abilities and he's an outstanding communicator. There's nobody better suited for the job."
In his new post, Phillips' responsibilities will include the administration of bank branches in all regions, providing oversight, guidance and direction on matters ranging from individual branch performance to staffing decisions. He'll work directly with branch managers to ensure that projections, expectations and customer needs are being met through engagement of the bank’s consultative model.
Since signing on with Bank of Idaho in July 1999 as a customer service clerk and loan processor, Phillips has occupied additional positions as a sales manager, commercial loan officer, branch manager, marketing director, and most recently as senior branch banking officer.