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Jessie Ilaoa, CRCM, CCBIA, CIA, CCBRS

Senior Vice President
Director of Audit & Risk
Walla Walla
  • Bachelor of Business Administration, Washington State University
  • Master of Business Administration, Colorado State University
  • Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)
  • Certified Community Bank Internal Auditor (CCBIA)
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Certified Community Bank Risk Specialist (CCBRS)

Jessie joined Baker Boyer in 2001, beginning her banking career as a teller. Since then, she has held a variety of roles across the Bank, including Vault Teller, Assistant BSA and Deposit Operations Officer, Compliance Manager, Regulatory Risk Manager, Audit Manager, and now Director of Audit & Risk. 

For Jessie, the most rewarding part of her role is helping employees navigate challenges and find solutions that strengthen the organization. While much of the work performed by Audit & Risk happens behind the scenes, she sees its impact reflected in the experience Baker Boyer provides to its clients. By sharing knowledge, managing risk, and helping improve processes, her team supports a strong organization that can adapt to change while continuing to serve its clients and communities.

Jessie has also been active in the Walla Walla community, previously serving on the Blue Mountain Action Council Board from 2010 to 2016. During her tenure, she served as Board Secretary and as a member of the Finance Committee.

  • Five Things About Me
  • Enjoys staying active through strength training, walking, and other sports and activities
  • Loves sampling local foods and trying dishes she cannot find at home when traveling
  • Loves being next to the water, although the ocean scares her
  • Her favorite way to spend her time is with her husband and kids
  • While she does not have one favorite book, she especially enjoyed The Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia series