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For more than a century, financial institutions led by generations of the Fishback family have proven that banking professionals can be conservative risk managers and entrepreneurs at the same time. Today Fishback Financial Corporation (FFC) is one of South Dakota's largest privately held financial holding companies with five subsidiary banks. Its vision is to grow a diversified independent financial corporation that excels in delivering community banking services and providing niche products nationwide.

Experienced General Counsel with a demonstrated history of working in the banking industry. Diverse background includes mergers & acquisitions, contracts, corporate governance, intellectual property, lending transactions, payment systems issues, third party vendor oversight, and regulatory compliance. Leads the legal, enterprise risk, regulatory compliance, fraud, BSA/AML, audit, and third party oversight functions. Manages litigation and alternative dispute resolution matters.