Leadership Kitsap 20 Under 40
Congratulations to all of the incredible leaders recognized at the Leadership Kitsap 20 Under 40 event! We are proud to support and celebrate individuals who are making a meaningful impact in our community through leadership, innovation, and service.
Your dedication, vision, and commitment to strengthening Kitsap County inspire us, and we are honored to be part of an event that highlights the next generation of leaders shaping our future.
Thank you to Leadership Kitsap for continuing to recognize and elevate outstanding talent in our region — and congratulations again to all the honorees!
2025 Greater Kitsap Chamber Gala
Liberty Bank was honored to be nominated for the Kitsap Chamber’s Pioneer Business of the Year award. We were proud to be named a finalist alongside B&B Repair, Kitsap Art Center, Tim Ryan Construction, and the award winner, West Sound Workforce.
Representing Liberty Bank at the celebration were Rick Darrow, CEO & President; Rhonda Morris, EVP & Chief Risk Officer; and Galina Georgieva, VP Relationship Manager, accompanied by her spouse, Josh Crossen. It was a wonderful evening recognizing the outstanding businesses and organizations that make such a positive impact throughout the Kitsap community.
Congratulations to all the nominees and finalists!
2025 YWCA Adopt-A-Family
Our staff proudly adopted a family through the Kitsap YWCA this Christmas—a devoted mom and her five young children. Together, we fulfilled every item on their needs and wish lists, helping to ensure a joyful holiday filled with warmth, dignity, and hope for the future.
More than gifts, we wanted this family to know that complete strangers cared and that their community stands beside them.
Thank you to our incredible team for their generosity, compassion, and willingness to step up for our community. Because of you, this family knows they are cared for, supported and not alone.
8th Annual Rotary Turkey Trot
The Rotary Club’s 8th Annual Turkey Trot brought together 882 participants on Thanksgiving morning for a spirited 5K community run. Among those participants were three representatives from Liberty Bank: Galina Georgieva, VP Relationship Manager, along with her husband Josh and daughter Vivian, proudly supporting this meaningful tradition as a family.
The true impact of the event was felt beyond the finish line, with 440 bags of food collected to help support students in the Central Kitsap School District who face food insecurity during the holiday season. This incredible show of generosity reflects the strength and compassion of our community.
Employee Promotion Announcement
We are pleased to announce the promotion of Chelsie Calara to Operational Specialist within our Central Operations team.
For the past three years, she has excelled as a Personal Banker, consistently providing exceptional care to our customers and demonstrating a commitment to service that sets her apart. Her attention to detail, professionalism, and positive attitude have made her a true shining star within our organization.
In her new role, she will continue to support our customers and internal teams with the same dedication and excellence she’s known for. We are excited to see her talents continue to grow and make an impact in Central Operations.
“Chelsie has been an essential part of our team, and this promotion reflects her dedication and hard work”, said Jennifer Carrier, SVP & Bank Operations Manager.
Please join us in congratulating her on this well-deserved promotion!
Liberty Bank Promotes Jennifer Carrier to Senior Vice President & Bank Operations Manager
Poulsbo, WA – Liberty Bank is proud to announce the promotion of Jennifer Carrier to Senior Vice President and Bank Operations Manager.
Jennifer first joined Liberty Bank in January 2010 as a Branch Manager, a role she held for several years. After a brief departure in 2015, she returned in September 2016 to lead the Bank’s Central Operations Department. Since then, Jennifer has played an integral role in strengthening the Bank’s operations, bringing a unique blend of leadership, dedication, and humor to her work.
In her new role as Senior Vice President and Bank Operations Manager, Jennifer will continue to drive operational excellence and support the Bank’s mission of delivering exceptional service to its customers and communities.
“As Jennifer’s direct manager for the last 13 years, I could not be prouder and more excited for her,” said Rhonda Morris, EVP & Chief Risk Officer. “Her leadership and hard work have been invaluable to Liberty Bank, and we look forward to her continued success in this new chapter.”
Liberty Bank congratulates Jennifer on this well-deserved achievement and looks forward to her ongoing contributions to the Bank’s growth and success.
Welcome Carli Post to Liberty Bank!
Carli Post joined the Liberty Bank team in the second quarter of 2025, and we’re thrilled to welcome her as one of our Personal Bankers. Carli brings with her a strong background in banking, but most importantly, she embodies the exceptional customer service our community has come to expect from us. We invite you to stop by our Poulsbo Branch and say hello to Carli. “I take great pride in building personal relationships with our customers while helping them reach their financial goals. That’s the heart of community banking, and I’m truly enjoying every moment here at Liberty Bank”, said Carli. Welcome aboard Carli!
Poulsbo Farmers Market 2025
On August 16, 2025, Liberty Bank proudly returned as a sponsor of the Poulsbo Farmers Market. Led by Branch Manager Kelly Garcia, along with Personal Bankers Lynette Reynolds (and Arnie) and Carli Post, the team warmly welcomed community members—including their four-legged friends.
2025 Vibe White Tie Picnic
The Bank was proud to serve as the main stage sponsor of the Vibe Coworks White Tie Picnic, an event that brought the Kitsap community together to celebrate International Coworking Day. The evening was filled with music, food, games, and meaningful connections.
In attendance from Liberty Bank was Danielle Hampton, Denise Nicolet, Galina Georgieva, Rhonda Morris and Susan Palm.
PAWS of Bainbridge & NK Celebrates 50th Anniversary
We were proud to sponsor the PAWS Pet Gala once again this year, celebrating an incredible milestone—PAWS’ 50th anniversary! Representing Liberty Bank at the event was Matt Ravagni, Loan Operations Specialist, and his wife, Megan.
PAWS is a remarkable non-profit organization dedicated to fostering and preserving the special bond between pets and their people. To learn more about the vital services they offer, please visit pawsbink.org.