New CEO, Leadership at Mt. McKinley Bank

Durham holds an associate degree from Antelope Valley Community College and a bachelor’s degree in business management from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. He graduated from the Pacific Coast Banking School in 2014. Durham began his banking career in 1992 as a teller with National Bank of Alaska and was selected for the bank’s Management Trainee program in 1993. During his career, he has worked in eight different Alaska communities and regions, from Homer to Utqiaġvik.

In addition to his professional responsibilities, Durham is actively involved in community and industry service. He is a member of the Interior Gas Utility finance committee and serves as Secretary/Treasurer of the Alaska Bankers Association.

Supporting this leadership transition, the bank appointed Allison “Alli” LeBon as Executive Vice President and COO, overseeing the Bank’s operational functions and supporting continued service excellence and strategic initiatives, including digital banking enhancements.

LeBon earned a bachelor’s degree and MBA from UAF. She also graduated with honors from Pacific Coast Banking School and completed the Certificate in Foundational Commercial Lending through the American Bankers Association.

Prior to joining Mt. McKinley Bank, LeBon spent twelve years in the private sector with a local small business, gaining broad experience in organizational leadership, operations, and people management. LeBon joined Mt. McKinley Bank seven years ago and has played an integral role in strengthening operations, supporting employees, and advancing strategic initiatives.

Jeremy Pletnikoff becomes Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Administrator, leading the Bank’s credit administration, ensuring strong lending practices, portfolio quality, and prudent risk management.

Raised in Fairbanks, Pletnikoff brings a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to serving the community he calls home. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Russian studies with a minor in criminal justice from UAF, and he graduated from Pacific Coast Banking School in 2021.

Pletnikoff celebrates his 20th work anniversary in August. “Banking doesn’t have to be complicated,” Pletnikoff says. “Do the right thing for the customer, the community, and the bank—and it will all work out.”