Preston Sharps, Senior Wealth Advisor – Team Lead at First United Bank & Trust, is excited to announce Sarah A. Michael as Wealth Advisor Associate in Oakland.
Sarah brings more than 17 years of experience in the financial industry, with a strong background in securities trading and investment management. Over the years, she’s held roles as a Registered Representative, Investment Analyst, and Registered Sales Assistant, each one building on her deep understanding of the markets and her ability to support clients with smart, data-driven strategies.
Using sharp analytical skills and critical thinking, Sarah has worked to strengthen client relationships and help portfolios thrive. She’s passionate about using data to guide decisions and is always looking for ways to deliver meaningful results.
Sarah earned her MBA from Hood College in Frederick, Maryland. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree at Frostburg State University and a Leadership Certificate program at Allegany College of Maryland. She also holds her Series 7 license and is currently enrolled in the Series 66 licensing program.
“Sarah is the kind of person who brings both depth and clarity to complex financial conversations,” Sharps said. “She has the ability to connect with clients while also delivering high-level strategic insights. We’re incredibly fortunate to have her on the team.”
Sarah will be located at First United Bank & Trust’s Oakland office and can be reached at 301-533-1678 or smichael@MyBank.com
First United Corporation operates one full-service commercial bank, First United Bank & Trust. The Bank, which is celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2025, 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 6/30/2025, the corporation posted assets of $2 billion.