Celebrating Women Leaders in Banking
KlariVis, a pioneering name in banking data analytics, is proud to showcase the remarkable winners of its 2024 Banking on Brilliance Awards. These awards are dedicated to recognizing the outstanding achievements of women in community banking who exemplify leadership and innovation. The honorees are playing a vital role in driving significant advancements in their respective institutions by expertly leveraging data and technology.
Recognizing Outstanding Leadership
The winners were carefully selected by a panel of esteemed female leaders from the banking industry, including past recipients of the Banking on Brilliance Awards. These individuals were chosen for their commitment to excellence and for leading transformative initiatives that reflect strategic thinking and dedication to community-focused banking.
Meet the 2024 Honorees
The 2024 Banking on Brilliance Award winners include an impressive list of leaders across various financial institutions. Their remarkable contributions set a new standard in the banking industry:
List of Honorees
1. Allana Lazeroff, EVP, Chief Operating Officer, Genesee Regional Bank
2. Amanda Hensley, AVP, New Accounts Coordinator, F&M Bank
3. Ashley Grigar, EVP/COO, Community National Bank & Trust of Texas
4. Barb MacLean, SVP, Head of Technology Operations and Implementation, Coastal Community Bank
5. Becky Smith, EVP, Chief Revenue Officer, SECU MD
6. Brandi Freeman, AVP/IT-Business Services Manager, Alliance Bank
7. Carrie McConnell, President & Chairperson of the Board, Ridge View Bank
8. Cynthia Cain, Executive Vice President / Chief Accounting Officer, SmartBank
9. Dawn Winsett, Lead Collateral Analyst, SmartBank
10. Elizabeth T Beale, EVP/ Chief Financial Officer, Benchmark Community Bank
11. Jill Castilla, President & CEO, Citizens Bank of Edmond
12. Julieann M. Thurlow, President & CEO, Reading Cooperative Bank
13. Karen Rose, SVP, Deposit Operations Senior Manager, F&M Bank
14. Kathy Parker, CFO, CFSB
15. Kayla Dixon, Consumer Lending Officer, Wayne Bank
16. Kimberly Dockery, Chief of Staff, Colony Bank
17. Michelle Pennell, SVP – Controller, Coastal Carolina National Bank
18. Stephanie Westington, Chief Profitability Officer, Peoples Security Bank and Trust
19. Susan Hubble, Chief Information Officer, Peoples Security Bank and Trust
20. Trica Harris, SVP Retail Manager, The First National Bank of Bastrop
Impact of the Awards
Through the voice of Trish Ferrick, President of FVCbank and former awardee, it is evident that these women not only exemplify inspiring leadership but also emphasize innovation within their organizations. They are driving change and initiating transformative projects that significantly impact their institutions.
Kim Snyder, founder and CEO of KlariVis, highlighted the broader influence of these women, who are setting benchmarks across the entire banking sector through their resilience, vision, and commitment to innovation. Their efforts are shaping a promising future for community banking.
The Mission of KlariVis
The Banking on Brilliance Awards embodies KlariVis' dedication to empowering financial institutions to unlock the vast potential hidden in their data. These leaders have shown that effective data utilization transcends mere analytics; it forms the backbone of more profound strategic initiatives, enriching community connections, and strengthening the banking ecosystem. This recognition not only honors their individual accomplishments but serves as an inspiration for the industry as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the Banking on Brilliance Awards?
The Banking on Brilliance Awards honor extraordinary women leaders in community banking, celebrating their contributions to the industry.
2. How are the winners chosen?
A panel of industry leaders, including past awardees, select the winners based on their leadership, innovation, and community focus.
3. What is the mission of KlariVis?
KlariVis aims to empower banks by helping them leverage their data for better decision-making and community engagement.
4. Who are some of the 2024 honorees?
Honorees include Allana Lazeroff, Amanda Hensley, and Jill Castilla, among others, who have showcased exemplary leadership in their roles.
5. Why are these awards important?
These awards shine a light on the achievements of women in banking and inspire future generations to pursue leadership roles in the industry.
