Paul Washburn

Paul Washburn has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Paul started their career at Wauconda National Bank in 1991 as an Assistant Vice President, where they managed and expanded a multi-million dollar commercial loan portfolio. During their time there, they handled many of the bank's largest customers while actively developing new business opportunities. In 1996, Paul joined Yellowstone Landscape as the Vice President of Finance. Then, in 2003, they became the President and Treasurer at Wauconda Chamber of Commerce. Later, in 2007, they served as the Treasurer and Trustee at Ela Area Public Library until 2011.

Paul Washburn completed their education at Northern Illinois University, where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from 1987 to 1991. Subsequently, from 2002 to 2006, they attended Lake Forest Graduate School of Management, where they obtained an MBA in Business Administration.