Manitowoc-based Bank First has announced the promotions of four of its employees.
Tom Omdahl has been promoted to Vice President – BSA/Compliance Officer. Tom joined Bank First in 2018 and has over 30 years of experience in the banking industry. He is responsible for overseeing bank compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies and procedures, and also serves as the bank’s Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Officer. In addition, Tom manages the bank’s Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) program, which is designed to detect and prevent money laundering. He is a member of the Wisconsin Bar Association and is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist and a Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager. Tom earned his bachelor’s degree and juris doctorate from UW – Madison.
Derek Domino has been promoted to Assistant Vice President – Treasury Management. Derek joined Bank First in 2018 as Treasury Management Assistant and has served various roles within the Treasury Management department. Derek was instrumental in helping launch the bank’s merchant services platform. He will continue to oversee the bank’s Treasury Management team, onboard new business customers, assist current customers with account management solutions, and promote the bank’s Treasury Management products and services. He received his bachelor’s degree in business management and master’s degree in business management and organizational development from Silver Lake College in Manitowoc. Derek lives in Manitowoc with his wife and children. He enjoys golf and cheering on the Miami Dolphins, Miami Heat, and Green Bay Packers.
Lori Sisel has been promoted to Shareholder Services Officer. Lori joined Bank First in August 2022 through the merger with Denmark State Bank and has 30 years of experience in the banking industry. She began as a Teller at Denmark State Bank and held various positions including Personal Banker, Training Coordinator, and most recently Executive Assistant which included Shareholder Relations. At Bank First, Lori assists the bank’s shareholders with all matters related to stock investments, transaction documents, shareholder communications, and the coordination of the bank’s Annual Report and Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Lori is proud to be part of the Denmark community and volunteers for area events and activities. She was recently awarded a “Financial Institution 30 Year Service Award” from the Wisconsin Bankers Association. Lori lives in Denmark with her husband. They have two grown sons and their favorite place to travel is Texas, where their older son now lives and works.
Lisa Malewiski has been promoted to Branch Manager – Officer. Lisa joined Bank First as Branch Manager in August 2022 through the merger with Denmark State Bank and has six years of experience in the banking industry. Lisa began her career in banking as a Financial Services Representative and was quickly promoted to Personal Banker, then Assistant Branch Manager. Lisa was born and raised in Denmark and has very close ties to the community and its residents. She stays busy with her three children and when not at work, Lisa is usually reading a book or planning her next solo vacation.
