Chris Thomas joins Bank of Idaho

IBR Staff//November 2, 2021//

IBR Staff//November 2, 2021//

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HR veteran Chris Thomas has joined Bank of Idaho as chief human resources officer and is tasked with the mission of sharpening HR strategy priorities. A native Idahoan and Idaho State University graduate, Thomas has held HR leadership roles in a variety of public and private sectors, such as finance, utilities, logistics and nuclear consulting industries. Prior to joining Bank of Idaho, he was the vice president of human resources for Moneytree Inc.; director of compensation and benefits for Southwest Gas and vice president of people services for Savage Services. Bank of Idaho President and CEO Jeff Newgard said Thomas’s role is integral to the bank’s continued growth and commitment to operations on the west side of the state.

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