Executive Promotions at Mt. McKinley Bank

Kaye Kingkade is now Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer. Kingkade joined the Mt. McKinley Bank team thirty-five years ago as a teller and has worked her way up through the department to become its newest leader. Having worked side-by-side with the previous COO for many years, Kingkade brings invaluable knowledge and experience to the position.

Stephanie Smith is promoted to Vice President, Operations Development Officer. Smith has been an integral part of the Operations Department since joining the bank in 2009. She has proven herself as a “go-to” person, willing to fill any role asked of her, and excels at her primary responsibilities within the New Accounts area. Smith holds an associate degree in business administration and is very active in the Fairbanks/North Pole communities.

Linda Benson becomes Mt. McKinley Bank’s Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Lending. Benson has been a key member of the Mortgage Loans Department since she joined the bank in 2012. Her unique background in law and her degrees in political science and business administration have proven their value to the team, and her keen eye for detail and vast knowledge of bank regulations provides borrowers with top-of-the-line customer service.

Matt Bradbury is now Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager. Bradbury has been an important member of the Operations team since coming to Alaska and starting his career at Mt. McKinley Bank in 2014. He has been a key person at the North Pole branch for many years and is active in the North Pole Rotary Club and North Pole Chamber of Commerce. Bradbury also serves on the employee wellness committee, encouraging co-workers to enjoy the great outdoors with summer hikes.