Barbara J. Root

Barbara J. Root, CTFA, AIF, currently serves as VP, Senior Trust Officer, and Washington Market Manager at Columbia Trust Company since January 2016, specializing in Trust and Estate Administration. Prior to this role, Barbara held the position of VP, Senior Fiduciary Officer at Columbia State Bank from March 2010 to December 2015, where Barbara was involved in various committees and initiatives following the merger with Columbia Trust Company. Additionally, Barbara worked as VP, Fiduciary Officer at American Marine Bank from June 2004 to February 2010, contributing to multiple committees before its merger with Columbia Bank. Barbara's educational background includes studies at Washington State University and Highline College.