Laurie Stewart Named One of American Banker's “Most Powerful Women To Watch”

Core Insights - Laurie Stewart, President and CEO of Sound Community Bank, has been recognized as one of The Most Powerful Women to Watch in 2025 by American Banker [1][2] - The Most Powerful Women in Banking program celebrates exceptional leadership, business performance, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the financial services sector [2] Company Overview - Sound Community Bank, established in 1953, is a full-service bank offering personal and business banking services in the greater Puget Sound region [6] - The bank operates in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Jefferson, and Clallam counties, and has an online presence [6] Leadership Achievements - Laurie Stewart has been instrumental in transforming Sound Community Bank from a $38 million credit union to a $1 billion publicly traded commercial bank [5] - She has served in various leadership roles, including Chairperson of the American Bankers Association Board of Directors, becoming only the third woman to hold this position in nearly 150 years [5] - Stewart is also active in trade associations and has served on the FDIC Community Bank Advisory Board [5] Recognition Event - The honorees of The Most Powerful Women in Banking will be celebrated at a gala on October 23, 2025, in New York City [4]