genuine, caring and understand the business quite well

the total package is market competitve

proactive support in access to personal growth, development and advancement opprotunities

that it is market competitive and rewards me for both team and personal goals

That many of our employees see themselves as working for Columbia Bank for years to come....................

being able to do what I do best each and every day and the overall employee comraderie

Being able to make a significant positive difference in the lives of our team members and clients

they compliment each other very well - we are better together when it comes to productivity, efficiency and teamwork.

shared personal and professional values; look out for one another; and can be counted on to do the right thing.

The interview was not stressful, it was a conversation that enabled me to share my work experience, skills and leadership ability in relaxed and professional manner.

Our leadership team surrounds themselves with the right people that maximize their effectiveness and understand the needs of our staff - personal and career development, succession planning, equitable pay, doing the right thing for our clients and recognizing and appreciating teams and team members.