Kimberly Moyers, Managing Director of Strategic Engagement at First United Bank & Trust, is excited to welcome Jason Schnopp into the role of Director of Learning and Development.
With more than 21 years of experience in the corporate banking industry, Jason brings an abundance of managing expertise to the role, in which he will be responsible for leading the bank’s employee development strategy; managing the bank’s learning, training, and development systems; and completing regular needs assessments. The implementation of this role will continue to foster First United’s culture of learning, development, coaching, and mentoring across all areas of the Company.
“We’re excited to see Jason spearhead these initiatives, as continued learning and development is vital to the success of financial institutions,” Moyers said. “Keeping on the cutting edge of learning and development strategies will help propel First United in positive directions, fostering our culture of growth and support. This kind of welcoming environment helps retain and support long-term employees, and we know Jason is poised to do just that.”
Jason received a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from Fairmont State University, and was part of the Leadership Monongalia Class of 2019 and Business Networking International – Mountaineer Chapter. In his previous role, he served as a Business Development Center Manager and Vice President for a local financial institution. He also previously worked for First United as a Community Relationship Manager.
In his spare time, he has volunteered as a Preston County Chamber board member, a member of the Professional Sales Advisory Council at West Virginia University’s John Chambers College of Business & Economics, and on the Morgantown Shootout Finance Committee for Operation Welcome Home. He also leads the Anchor Point Archery Club, which focuses on core values, learning, development, and leadership opportunities for youth.
First United Corporation operates one full-service commercial bank, First United Bank & Trust. The Bank has a network of community offices in Garrett, Allegany, Washington, and Frederick counties in Maryland, as well as Mineral, Berkeley, and Monongalia counties in West Virginia. First United’s website can be located at MyBank.com. As of 9/30/2024, the corporation posted assets of $1.9 billion.