Robin E. Murray, Senior Vice President and Director of Retail Banking and Philip L. Rodeheaver, Market President for Garrett/Allegany/Mineral Counties announce the promotion of Sarena L. Rodeheaver to Vice President and Community Relationship Manager for the Deep Creek Lake and Friendsville offices.

Sarena has 23 years of financial services experience and joined First United in 1992.  She began as a Customer Service Representative and has held a variety of positions including Loan Operations Representative, Customer Service Center Day Shift Supervisor as well as Assistant Community Office Manager in the Oakland office.  She was then promoted to Community Office Manager for the Oakland, Mid-Towns and Express Offices.  Currently, she is the Community Relationship Manager for the Deep Creek Lake and Friendsville community offices.  Sarena graduated from Allegany College of Maryland with a degree in Retail Management.

Philip L. Rodeheaver commented, “Sarena is a great team player who understands the local financial market as well as the importance of community and superior customer service.   Sarena’s knowledge and expertise makes her a tremendous asset to the Bank and her customers.”

Rodeheaver is active in the community and supports several non-profits.  Currently, she serves as treasurer and board member for the Garrett County Agriculture Fair.  She also serves on the Board of Directors for Hospice of Garrett County.  Sarena is a member of the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce Diplomat Committee.

Sarena resides in McHenry with her husband Mark.  They have two children Derek and Carly and she is also an active member at the Oak Grove Church of the Brethren.