BankIn Team
Meet the People Behind BankIn Minnesota
Behind BankIn Minnesota is a team focused on helping community bankers connect, learn, engage, and succeed. Get to know our staff and find the right person to help with your question.
Rich Jones
President & CEO
Advocacy and government relations, strategic direction, industry leadership, and key stakeholder relationships
Nicki Wareham
SVP, Director of Operations
Organizational strategy, technology and systems, finance, association operations, and PAC administration
Patti Coles
SVP, Director of Member Engagement
Member engagement strategy, education and events, member programs, and partnerships
Karina Wiatros
VP, Director of Marketing & Communications
Marketing and communications strategy, advocacy messaging, media relations, digital strategy, and brand
Bailey Jimmison
Education & Events Manager
Conferences and events, educational programming, speakers, sponsorship opportunities, and program development
Kristi Ploeger
Meeting & Programs Manager
Event registration and logistics, attendee and sponsor communications, continuing education, and affiliated education programs
Payton Dobin
Member Experience Officer
Member relationships and onboarding, Associate Member engagement, and helping members make the most of BankIn
Community Bankers Financial Services
Community Bankers Financial Services (CBFS), BankIn Minnesota’s wholly owned independent insurance agency, provides insurance expertise and risk management solutions for community banks.
