Kitsap Bank Promotes Bentley Simpson to Senior Vice President, Controller

Kitsap Bank has elevated Bentley Simpson to Senior Vice President, Controller, building on his impactful seven-year tenure with the Port Orchard-based financial institution. Since joining in 2018, Simpson has established himself as a vital leader in the bank’s finance department, bringing valuable expertise from his previous role as a CPA/Audit Manager.

In his expanded position, Simpson will continue guiding the bank’s financial strategy and operations. Alan Crain, EVP and Chief Financial Officer, praised Simpson’s promotion, describing him as “a highly skilled financial leader with a deep understanding of the banking industry” whose “expertise and leadership have been invaluable to Kitsap Bank.”

Simpson brings impressive credentials to his role, including certification as a Public Accountant, a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Washington Tacoma, and specialized banking education through the Washington Bankers Association’s Executive Development Program. Most recently, he completed the prestigious Pacific Coast Banking School program at the University of Washington, further enhancing his qualifications as a banking industry leader.