Core Viewpoint - FS Bancorp, Inc. has promoted May-Ling Sowell to Chief Compliance Officer, SVP, reflecting the company's commitment to regulatory compliance and internal governance [1]. Company Overview - 1st Security Bank of Washington operates twenty-seven branches across Washington and Oregon, providing loan and deposit services, as well as mortgage services at each branch and lending offices in the Pacific Northwest [5]. Leadership Background - May-Ling Sowell has over three decades of experience in banking, having served as Compliance Officer at 1st Security Bank since November 2006 and previously worked as a private consultant [3][4]. - She obtained her Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager designation in 2012, indicating her expertise in regulatory compliance [3]. Responsibilities in New Role - In her new position, May-Ling Sowell will lead a team focused on the Bank's regulatory compliance system, security, and internal compliance training [4].
1st Security Bank Announces the Promotion of May-Ling Sowell, effective July 1, 2025