Dakota Wilkins

Dakota W. is an experienced professional currently serving as AVP of Commercial Underwriting at Merchants Bank of Indiana, where responsibilities include collaborating with a team to ensure timely and accurate underwriting while managing risk with various departments. Dakota has also worked as a server at Clancy's Inc. since August 2019, focusing on customer service and maintaining positive dining experiences. Prior experience includes a role as a Credit Analyst at First Merchants Corporation, conducting market research and analyzing financial statements. Dakota is pursuing a Master of Science in Economics at Purdue University and has obtained a certification in Mergers & Acquisitions from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Dakota holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Indianapolis.