• Associate of Arts, Business Management and Retail, Walla Walla Community College 
• Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education certification 

 Lora had established a strong track record in management when she joined the Baker Boyer team in 2003. She had been manager of one of the community’s most beloved restaurants, Mr. Ed’s, as well as the Lyons Ferry Marina. She has had numerous roles throughout the years at Baker Boyer with the Banking Operation Support, Assistant Manager of the Main and Eastgate branches, Branch Manager for the Milton-Freewater location, Branch Development Manager and her current position as Assistant Director of Retail. 

In her leadership role with branch staffing, development and performance, she is guided by the Golden Rule, serving clients exactly the way she would want to be served. Imagining herself in the position of others helps to find solutions that fits their needs for the best possible outcomes for all. 

Rooted in a rural upbringing, she has a passion for community service and is board treasurer for Horizon Project Inc. and a member of the Washington Bankers Association. Other areas of service have included the Milton-Freewater Chamber of Commerce, Milton-Freewater Downtown Alliance, M-F Rotary and M-F Community Development Project.