The SD Bankers Foundation welcomes new board member, Jody Bender. Jody was raised in Mobridge, S.D. and attended SDSU, earning a bachelor’s in Commercial Economics.
Her career path started as a financial analyst for the State of South Dakota and from there, she transitioned into a position as a loan officer for the Governor’s Office of Economic Development. Jody then moved into a new role as a business consultant for Small Business Development Center and eventually found a home at US Bank which has been her employer for the past 21 years.
Throughout her time at US Bank, she has experienced a variety of positions: financial analyst, assistant relationship manager, relationship manager, private banking manager, credit analyst manager, and team leader. Jody has been the Market President at US Bank in Rapid City, SD for the past 5 years.
She is a current Board Member for Elevate Rapid City and the YMCA of Rapid City. Jody is active with the SD Bankers Association through the Legislative, Emerging Leaders and Women in Banking committees.