04/03/2020
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Walla Walla
Today, April 3, is the first day for business owners to officially apply for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) under the CARES Act. This letter includes the latest “how to apply” information, including last-minute changes and clarifications. These changes may affect you if you already completed earlier versions of the application. Please read the letter for more details.
04/02/2020
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Walla Walla
The newly-enacted federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act aims to ease financial concerns for small businesses. However, many of the key programs like the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) do not have clear processes about how to apply and process applications. In this letter to business owners, Mark Kajita provides more context about what to do now and what to expect in the near future.
03/27/2020
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer President and CEO, Mark Kajita, reaffirms Baker Boyer's position of financial strength and ability to serve clients during the Coronavirus pandemic.
03/17/2020
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Walla Walla
In order to help protect our clients and employees in addressing the potential risks presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, Baker Boyer announces the closure of all of our branch lobbies and meeting rooms to the general public effective Tuesday, March 17. Baker Boyer’s drive thrus and ATMs will remain open.
03/12/2020
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Walla Walla
During this period of market volatility and uncertainty about the Coronavirus, Baker Boyer has created a collection of articles and videos to help our clients and shareholders understand our planning and mitigation to ensure the security of deposits, investments, and health are well-cared for.
03/11/2020
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Walla Walla
I am writing to share my thoughts about the current and potential impacts of a new strain of coronavirus, COVID-19. Overall, I believe this is a time to neither panic nor ignore precautions. Rather, it is a time to make calm, rational and prudent decisions in order to ensure your health and the health of others.
02/10/2020
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Walla Walla
The following was written by Shannon Buchal, Collections Manager, Fort Walla Walla Museum. It was originally published as part of the museum’s newsletter, The Dispatch, Volume 2019, No. 4. This content and images are republished by permission from Fort Walla Walla Museum. Be sure to visit the museum to view the special Baker Boyer exhibit, as well as the many rooms of artifacts and displays about the history of the Walla Walla Valley.
02/06/2020
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Yakima
Baker Boyer plans for growth in facilities and staffing to meet the expanding needs of the Yakima Valley. The new facility will open in Spring 2020. This page will chronicle construction progress and milestones.
01/27/2020
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer is deeply committed to the communities we serve and seeks opportunities to partner with amazing organizations who share that same commitment.
01/08/2020
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer is pleased to announce the promotions of four to Vice President and two to Assistant Vice President. Promoted to Vice President are Michelle Conner, Cathy Schaeffer, Mario Delgadillo, and Anne Sumner. In addition, Dana Evans and Heather Dixon have been promoted to Assistant Vice President.
01/01/2020
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer is pleased to announce the promotions of Jolene Riggs, Kain Evans, Vesna Dodge, and Rob Blethen to Executive Vice President (EVP) and Executive Committee member.
12/16/2019
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer tapped the students of Lincoln High School in Walla Walla to collaborate with them for the creation of a marquee float in the Walla Walla Fair and Frontier Days Parade on August 31 and to repurpose the float into a lighted holiday version for the December 7 Holiday Parade of Lights. Both floats received “Grand Champion” honors as the overall best in each parade.
11/13/2019
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Yakima
Baker Boyer is pleased to announce the promotions of Camille Snell and Jessica Johnson to Vice President.
10/25/2019
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer is pleased to announce Becky Kettner as an Investment Advisor Representative for the Walla Walla team and Sean Haselrig as an Investment Advisor Representative for the Tri-Cities team. This advisory securities registration includes the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7 and 66 registrations, which are tests that cover ethics, investment suitability, and regulatory compliance.
10/15/2019
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer is pleased to announce the hiring of Sean Haselrig as an Investment Advisor Representative and Nick Punch as a Business Advisor for the Tri Cities location. Baker Boyer also is excited to announce Tyson Romanick as a Portfolio Manager, Travis Wittnebel as a Business Advisor, and John Adams and Caleb Flippo as Trust Advisors.
09/30/2019
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer is pleased to announce the promotions of Michelle Thacker to Director of Retail and Digital Banking, Lynsey Sherry to Banking Operations Manager, and Olivia Loomis to Trust Advisor.
09/27/2019
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Walla Walla
Cathy Schaeffer, Assistant VP and Family Advisor, and Hollina Wadsworth, Financial Planner, have been awarded the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
09/24/2019
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer is pleased to announce that it has been ranked 59th in American Banker magazine’s “Top 200 Publicly Traded Community Banks” for 2019. More than 600 qualified institutions were considered for the nationwide ranking. Baker Boyer is one of 11 banks to achieve ranking in the State of Washington. It is the 12th consecutive year Baker Boyer has received this distinction.
05/22/2019
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Walla Walla
We have had several reports that a phone scam has resurfaced in our area. In this latest scam, a caller says that he’s from the government and your Social Security number (SSN) has been suspended. He sounds very professional. So you should do exactly what he says to fix things…right? Wrong! Your Social Security number isn’t suspended. Ever.
05/17/2019
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Walla Walla
Rob Blethen, VP and Family Advisor Manager, has been awarded the Certified Financial Planner™ designation by the CFP Board. In addition, Olivia Loomis earned the Qualified 401(k) Administrator (QKA) credential from The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA).
03/11/2019
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Walla Walla
This Statement of Support is Baker Boyer's pledge to fully recognize, honor, and comply with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act.
03/11/2019
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Walla Walla
Judy Hicks, Baker Boyer Consumer Loan Supervisor, received the “Patriot Award” from the Washington Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR).
02/25/2019
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Milton Freewater
At the Milton-Freewater Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet on February 22, Lora Zink, Baker Boyer’s Branch Manager in Milton-Freewater, was named Junior Citizen of the Year.
01/28/2019
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer voted Best Bank and Best Mortgage Company in the Union-Bulletin's "Best of the Best" readers' choice awards for 2019.
01/04/2019
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Walla Walla
The “We’ve Got Your Back” loan program will have simplified qualifying terms and be available to any Federal Employee impacted by the government shutdown if they are on furlough, working without pay, or have experienced any direct financial impact due to the lack of monthly payroll income.
01/04/2019
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer is pleased to announce the promotions of Jodi Venneri and Levi Waggoner to Vice President, and of Nick McShane and Anna Duncan to Assistant Vice President. All promotions were effective January 1, 2019.
01/02/2019
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Yakima
Baker Boyer plans for growth in facilities and staffing to meet the growing needs of the Yakima Valley. This is in stark contrast to many financial services firms that have exited the market in favor of remote phone and web-based service only.
11/09/2018
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Yakima
Baker Boyer recently promoted Jessica Johnson, a Business Advisor, to Assistant Vice President.
02/16/2018
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Walla Walla
Ted returns to Baker Boyer as Senior Portfolio Manager. He is responsible for the management of individual and retirement accounts as well as researching and choosing the right investments for clients.
01/17/2018
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Walla Walla
As Credit Administrator, Rosendo will be in charge of the bank's entire commercial and consumer lending portfolio. He will use his loan experience to assess and manage credit risk for the bank and its clients, ensuring successful lending practices.
01/11/2018
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Walla Walla
This $25,000 Legacy Gift will help the YMCA to refurbish and expand the Harmony Room/Learning Center serving preschool, after-school child care, and summer camp. These programs are essential to serve working families in the Walla Walla Valley.
12/29/2017
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer has appointed John Cunnison as Vice President, Chief Investment Officer effective on January 1, 2018. Cunnison is a CFA® charterholder and served as Senior Portfolio Manager since 2013.
12/27/2017
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Walla Walla
Promotions Announced
12/08/2017
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Walla Walla
Susie Colombo received the 2017 Award of Merit recipient and the Walla Walla Valley’s Woman of the Year from the Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce. Susie is a Vice President and Family Advisor at Baker Boyer in Walla Walla. Over the past 35 years, she has been an active participant and generous member of the Chamber of Commerce, Exchange Club and Providence St. Mary Foundation.
11/15/2017
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Walla Walla
Legacy Donation Awarded to Christian Aid Center
10/31/2017
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Walla Walla
Jim Wilson Hired as AVP | Marketing Director
09/29/2017
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Walla Walla
Cathy Schaeffer Hired as Family Advisor
09/12/2017
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer Promotes Karen Benge to Vice President
08/31/2017
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Walla Walla
Mark Hess Named to Community Bankers of Washington’s Board of Directors
07/26/2017
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Walla Walla
Becky Kettner Hired as Trust Advisor
06/16/2017
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Walla Walla
TJ Middlesworth Leaving Position as Chief Investment Officer, John Cunnison Takes on Additional Responsibilities as Interim CIO
06/02/2017
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Walla Walla
Your Financial Security is Important to Us
05/15/2017
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer is Proactive in Technology Security
05/11/2017
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Walla Walla
Kip Kontos Appointed to Board of Directors
05/03/2017
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Walla Walla
Improved Mobile Banking App
01/30/2017
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer Announces Second Recipient of Legacy Giving Program
01/26/2017
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer Presents Two Business Advisors
01/04/2017
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Tri Cities
Vesna Dodge Promoted to Regional Manager
01/03/2017
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Walla Walla
Announcing Promotions
12/02/2016
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Yakima
Camille Snell Earns National Certification
11/04/2016
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Walla Walla
Introducing Our Legacy Giving Program & First Recipient
09/26/2016
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Walla Walla
Introducing D.S. Baker University
07/30/2016
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Tri Cities
Baker Boyer’s Security Systems Foil Intruder
05/15/2015
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Walla Walla
Baker Boyer Announces Change for Foreign Debit Card Transactions
