(ANCHORAGE) First National Bank Alaska Board Chair and CEO/President Betsy Lawer announced that Senior Executive Officer and Chief Credit Officer Darren Franz was appointed President of the Lending and Administration, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Franz has also become a member of the bank’s Board of Directors, effective Jan. 25, 2024. He remains Chief Credit Officer,…
In Alaska, business is anything but usual. That’s why Jen and Tim Schrage of Signature Land Services rely on First National Bank Alaska for unmatched expertise, a dedicated local banker and innovative financial solutions tailored to pave their road to success.
Kinley’s Restaurant and Bar Owner and Chef Brett Knipmeyer aims to make casual, approachable food that is also delicious. With First National, he has a trusted financial team that cares about his success and makes it comfortable to talk about numbers so he can concentrate on what he loves to do.
As the President and CEO of Bethel Native Corporation, Ana Hoffman has a deep appreciation for First National’s shared values of connection, experience and community.
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“First National immediately saw what our vision was,” says Patrick Lovely, owner, North Pole Veterinary Hospital, which has expanded in recent years, growing from one veterinarian to nine.