GREENBRIER, AR – First Service Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Jessica Baltodano to the position of BSA Officer. Jessica brings over 9 years of experience in the banking industry and a strong commitment to compliance and financial crime prevention to her new role.
Jessica Baltodano's career at First Service Bank began over a year ago when she joined as the Assistant BSA Officer. In her previous role, she demonstrated her dedication to compliance and ability to contribute effectively to the bank's efforts to prevent financial crimes.
Jessica will take on a crucial leadership role in the bank's compliance efforts in her new role as BSA Officer. She will develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure First Service Bank complies with Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) regulations. This includes conducting risk assessments and adhering to applicable reporting requirements to detect and prevent money laundering, fraud, and terrorist financing.
Tom Grumbles, CEO of First Service Bank, commented on Jessica's appointment: "We are pleased to appoint Jessica Baltodano as our BSA Officer. Compliance with BSA regulations is a critical aspect of our banking operations, and Jessica's experience and dedication make her well-suited for this role. We look forward to her leadership in maintaining the highest standards of compliance."
Jessica Baltodano, originally from Southern California, currently resides in Hot Springs, Arkansas, with her eight-year-old son, Grayson. She holds a professional certification from the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) as a Certified BSA/AML professional (CBAP).
Expressing her favorite aspect of working at First Service Bank, Jessica said, "What I enjoy most about First Service Bank is working with dedicated, genuine people who are focused on providing superior service to our customers."
In her new position, Jessica is excited about the expansion of the BSA department and the opportunity to play an integral role in its growth. She recognizes the significance of her department's work in maintaining the overall stability and integrity of the bank by preventing financial crimes and other illegal activities.
Regarding opportunities in her new role, Jessica emphasized, "This position creates opportunities for me to educate and protect our customers in local communities by promoting awareness of illicit or fraudulent practices that could impact people in their everyday lives."
Jessica also highlighted First Service Bank's commitment to community impact, particularly through allocating resources and personnel to community-based events. She has had the privilege of volunteering for several of these events. She has witnessed firsthand the positive impact the bank has on local communities, especially through its support for Operation Red White and Brave.
Jessica Baltodano's appointment reflects First Service Bank's commitment to compliance and its dedication to recognizing and promoting talent within the organization. First Service Bank is a community-focused financial institution that provides exceptional banking services to its customers. With a solid commitment to community impact and customer satisfaction, First Service Bank, with its headquarters in Faulkner County, has been in operation for more than 60 years and has locations in Clinton, Conway, Dermott, Flippin, Greenbrier, Little Rock, Mountain View, Shirley, Yellville, and coming soon to Maumelle. For more information, visit firstservicebank.com.
