Lou Clinton has extensive experience in the banking and financial services industry, currently serving in various executive positions at First Western Trust since April 2003, including Chief Credit Officer, Chief Risk Officer, and State President. Prior to this role, Lou co-founded a Family Office Company from 1998 to 2002 and held the position of Private Banking Manager-Colorado at Bank One from 1988 to 1998. Lou began a career in private banking at First Interstate Bank from 1978 to 1987. Academically, Lou Clinton earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Kenyon College between 1974 and 1978.