Ellen A. Murlin

As vice president of operations for First American State Bank, Ellen heads up the facet of banking that services our clients and customers daily.  She maintains the integrity of process related to customer deposits, transactions, and products and services by leading a strong team of experienced banking personnel.  She oversees the institution’s daily activity and related functions to ensure that transactions are timely and accurate.  She possesses an expertise in customizing solutions as needed to deliver an exemplary level of service 

Ellen is a Colorado native and one of seven current employees who have served our customers from the inception of First American State Bank in 1995.  She carries with her over 25 years of experience in banking and recently graduated from the Graduate School of Banking in Madison, Wisconsin.  She is also certified in Employee Management through the Mountain States Employee Council. 

Ellen enjoys hiking and camping and has a special interest in exotic birds and those of the Western United States.  She is also active in the First American State Bank Fitness Festival, a signature charity event for which First American State Bank is title sponsor.  The funds raised benefit the Cherry Creek Schools Foundation CAP program.