Lender Details

Kathy founded and developed the Farm and Ranch Division, successfully originating loans across all 50 states. With over 35 years in agricultural finance, she brings deep expertise in loan origination, underwriting, and risk management to support farmers and ranchers nationwide.

Prior to First Financial, she held leadership roles in managing lending operations and client relationships. Kathy also served in various financial services roles, building a strong foundation in the agricultural lending space.

Active in industry organizations, she serves on the FSA panel representing the Independent Community Bankers Association (ICBA) and previously served on the American Bankers Association (ABA) Rural Ag Bankers Committee for 2024-2025 and contributed to the ABA Ag Bankers Conference Planning Committee and the Louisville Agricultural Club Scholarship Committee. She was awarded the 2025 ABA Bruning Award. Kathy is the first woman to be honored with this award, which recognizes her 35+ years of leadership, innovation, and dedication to America’s farmers and ranchers.

She is committed to advancing the agricultural finance industry and ensuring the financial success of the farmers and ranchers we serve.