Kara Bastin is an accomplished banking professional with extensive experience in training and management. Since November 2017, Kara has served as the Director of Training and previously held the position of Branch Manager at First Southern National Bank. Prior to this, Kara worked at U.S. Bank from August 2006 to November 2017, also as a Branch Manager, specializing in business banking, loan services, and customer service. Kara holds a degree from Eastern Kentucky University, earned between 2004 and 2008.