Jimmy Gardner

Jimmy Gardner, MBA, is currently the Head of Product Strategy at First PREMIER Bank/PREMIER Bankcard, focusing on product marketing responsibilities to enhance awareness and market position. Previously, as Senior Product Manager at Zip Co, Jimmy led risk, strategy, and compliance initiatives for a prominent "buy now pay later" financial technology firm. In earlier roles at First Tech Federal Credit Union and Baker Hill, Jimmy contributed to product management and analytical functions within notable financial organizations. Jimmy's career began at Northwestern Mutual, where financial planning and client relationship management were primary responsibilities. Academically, Jimmy holds an MBA and is pursuing a Master's of Science in Business Analytics, supplemented by a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Mathematics from the University of Oregon.