Laura Dandridge, Cfe, Ctfa
About Laura Dandridge, Cfe, Ctfa
Laura Dandridge serves as the Senior Vice President and Trust Officer at First Western Trust in Jackson, Wyoming, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in the banking sector, specializing in operational efficiency, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
Work at First Western Trust
Laura Dandridge serves as the Senior Vice President and Trust Officer at First Western Trust, a position she has held since 2022. Based in Jackson, Wyoming, she has contributed to the organization for two years. In her role, she focuses on trust management and financial services, leveraging her extensive experience in the banking sector to enhance operational efficiency and client service.
Education and Expertise
Laura Dandridge has a solid educational foundation, having studied at multiple institutions. She earned an Associate of Business from Casper College and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wyoming College of Business. Additionally, she completed the Executive Program in Leadership at Stanford University Graduate School of Business. Her professional development includes certifications from the ABA Graduate Trust School and the Cannon Financial Institute, where she completed Trust School I, II, and III.
Background in Banking and Finance
Laura Dandridge has over two decades of experience in the banking and finance industry. Prior to her current role, she worked at Bank of Jackson Hole as Vice President, Operations & Security Officer from 2017 to 2021. She also held the position of Senior Vice President, Trust Department Manager at Converse County Bank from 2007 to 2017. Her career includes a role as Vice President, Trust Officer at Rocky Mountain Bank for eight months in 2021-2022 and as a Senior Accountant at Lovelett, Skogen & Associates, P.C. from 1997 to 2006.
Professional Skills and Specializations
Laura Dandridge possesses strong skills in streamlining operational processes, which enhance efficiency and reduce costs within financial operations. She has expertise in system conversions, ensuring smooth transitions between systems with minimal disruption. Additionally, her background includes a comprehensive understanding of income tax and financial accounting, as well as regulatory compliance, which ensures adherence to relevant laws and regulations in financial operations.