Baker Boyer Announces Five Employee Promotions to Vice President and Assistant Vice President

WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Baker Boyer is pleased to announce the promotions of five employees in recognition of their contributions, leadership, and commitment to serving clients and the communities Baker Boyer serves. Jo Anne Adams and Alexa Palomarez have been promoted to Vice President, and Karina Martinez, Bethany Applegate, and Susan Dombrosky have been promoted to Assistant Vice President. 

Jo Anne Adams, Vice President, has been with Baker Boyer for more than 48 years, beginning her career in 1978 as an intern while completing her senior year at Walla Walla High School. She transitioned into a Trust Assistant role and has spent her entire career in the Bank's Wealth Management and Trust operations. Over the years, she has held several positions, including Wealth Management Operations Officer and Asset Management Operations Manager. She currently serves as Senior Operations Specialist and was previously promoted to Assistant Vice President in 2020. 

Alexa Palomarez, Vice President, joined Baker Boyer in 2016 and currently serves as a Business Advisor in Yakima. Beginning her career as a Business Associate, she advanced to Business Analyst before becoming a Business Advisor. She holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Washington State University and a Credit Analyst Certificate from the Washington Bankers Association. 

Karina Martinez, Assistant Vice President, serves as Branch Manager of Baker Boyer's Main Office and Eastgate branches in Walla Walla. She joined Baker Boyer in 2016 as Assistant Manager of the Milton-Freewater branch, bringing 10 years of prior banking experience. She is committed to developing her team and delivering exceptional client service. 

Bethany Applegate, Assistant Vice President, has been with Baker Boyer for eight years. She began her career as a Business Associate in the Tri-Cities Business Advising & Lending department before advancing to Business Analyst. Since February 2023, she has served as Family Associate Supervisor. 

Susan Dombrosky, Assistant Vice President, celebrates five years with Baker Boyer this October. She began as a Universal Banker before transitioning to the Controller's Department in 2022. She subsequently advanced through several accounting positions, including Accountant and Senior Accountant, and has served as Assistant Controller since April 2025.