Amanda Connell
Senior Vice President / Operations Administrator
Amanda has 15 years’ experience in the financial services industry, with expertise in risk management, operations administration, bank operations, and compliance.
Amanda joined First Northern Bank in 2022 as Vice President/ Customer Experience Officer for the Information Services Department, where she managed the advancement of the Bank’s information technology, in areas that improve internal and external customer experiences. She has demonstrated an unwavering dedication to her role as a problem solver, innovator and leader.
Amanda is a member of the Bank’s Senior Management Team, and has oversight of branch operations, operation administration, bank security, facilities, and purchasing. She is also responsible for bank-wide operational efficiencies, policies and procedures, fraud management, and project management. Amanda is a member of the Bank’s Information Services Steering Committee, Compliance Committee, Deposit Product Pricing Committee, and the Superior Service Committee.
Amanda is a Board Trustee for Penn Valley Unified Elementary School District and the Secretary for West Coast Anti-Money Laundering Forum. Her volunteer efforts include teaching financial literacy in local schools through Junior Achievement, volunteering with local 4H chapters, and holding various board positions for youth activities and other community events.
