Pub. 14 2017 Issue 2

O V E R A C E N T U R Y : B U I L D I N G B E T T E R B A N K S - H E L P I N G N E W M E X I C O R E A L I Z E D R E A M S Issue 2 • 2017 21 BANKERS ON THE MOVE Jay Jenkins Profiled in ABA Banking Journal Immediate Past President NMBA President and CEO of Carlsbad National Bank Jay Jenkins was profiled recently in the ABA Banking Journal. Below is the article from the ABA Banking Journal, written by Evan Sparks: In his local market of Carlsbad, New Mexico, banker engagement in public affairs and community life is “a job requirement,” says Jay Jenkins, president and CEO of Carlsbad National Bank, a $357 million-asset bank tucked in New Mexico’s far southeastern corner in a town with less than 30,000 residents. “If we’re not successful economically here in Carlsbad, I may not have a job,” he explains. That involvement pays off when it comes to building valuable relationships with policymakers. For example, Jenkins recently got pulled into a meeting with the mayor of Carlsbad and Rep. Steve Pearce (R), a House Financial Services Committee member. The mayor wanted to have Jenkins’ perspective as a banker in the room. “Being involved locally helped with growing those relationships on a broader scale,” he says. Jenkins emphasizes reaching out to lawmakers’ field staff. For example, Sen. Tom Udall (D) has a local office in Carlsbad. “I’ve continued to reach out to them,” Jenkins says. “They know I’ve got their back, and they’ve got mine.” In 2015, Udall visited the bank in person. With bipartisan representation on Capitol Hill, Jenkins emphasizes the need to “work both sides” of the aisle and not limit relationships by party affiliation. “I vote for the person,” he says. “I’m going to favor the person who lines up with what we believe.” In addition to expecting community and civic involvement from his officers, Jenkins also asks his board to contribute to the New Mexico BankPac, which he does personally. The bank’s holding company contributes to the Fund for Economic Growth. “By participating, we create the ability to get things done,” he says. Jenkins has been taking his message of participation statewide in his current role as president of the New Mexico Bankers Association. “New Mexico is like a spread-out small city. If you’re involved a little, it’s easy to get to know people in other parts of the state.” And whether you’re serving depositors, making loan deals, persuading lawmakers, recruiting companies to town or helping people in need, the personal relationships you build are what help drive the banking industry forward. Myers Follows Austin, NMB&T in Santa Fe New Mexico Bank & Trust, Albuquerque, recently announced that Max Myers has been promoted to Santa Fe market president following the retirement of longtime market president Alan Austin. In his new role, Myers will be responsible for managing the overall lending, deposits, and treasury management department activities within the Santa Fe market. In addition, he will also be responsible for the planning and implementation of sales tactics and goals. Myers has over 35 years of experience in the banking and financial services industry. He began his career as an assistant national bank examiner with the Office of the Comptroller of Currency. From there, he held various positions with First National Bank in Albuquerque and was president of First Bank Santa Fe. U.S. Bank in Moriarty Names Elise Taylor Branch Manager U.S. Bank in Moriarty has named Elise Taylor branch manager. As branch manager, Taylor is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the branch and managing all sales and service activities. She works at the U.S. Bank office at 1401 Route 66 Ave. Taylor has been working in the financial services industry for 10 years, most recently as customer service manager with Bank of the West. “I am pleased to have Elise joining our dedicated U.S. Bank Moriarty branch team,” said Travis Tarry, U.S. Bank district manager. “Her passion for a world class customer experience coupled with her experience in banking will have a significant impact in Moriarty and throughout the East Mountain area.” Taylor is engaged in the community as a volunteer for Walking in Circles Horse Rescue Ranch. Eaton and Bertram Promoted, NMB&T New Mexico Bank & Trust (NMB&T), Albuquerque, recently announced the promotions of Bob Eaton to market president in Albuquerque and Jim Bertram to EVP in charge of commercial lending. Eaton has served with NMB&T since its opening in 1998. Before taking on his new position, he was responsible for overseeing and managing commercial banking. Bertram has served with NMB&T since 2000. Before taking on his new role, he served as a senior commercial banker. Both Eaton and Bertram are based at the bank’s Gold Avenue Banking Center at 320 Gold Ave. S.W., Ste. 100 in Albuquerque. Chavez Joins NMB&T as SF Banking Center Manager New Mexico Bank & Trust named Mary Chavez as banking center manager at the St. Michael’s Dr. location in Santa Fe. Chavez will be responsible for driving the sales culture, achieving overall sales growth goals, developing new business, and providing leadership and coaching for sales teams. Chavez has over 40 years of banking and financial services industry experience. She began her career as a teller and worked her way up to vice president and branch manager at Capital Bank, later Sunwest Bank. The life-long resident of Santa Fe is a community volunteer and activist. n