Kirkland resident Rachel Nettleton has joined Union Bank’s Pacific Northwest Community Banking Team as vice president and branch manager for the Bellevue downtown branch, at 10900 N.E. 8th St. She will report to Chris Kern, senior vice president and regional manager.

“We are excited to have Rachel join our team as she brings a strong customer focus and commitment to the Bellevue community in helping clients with their banking needs,” says Kern. “She will play a key role in helping ensure that Union Bank is the bank of choice for Bellevue residents.”

Nettleton brings more than eight years of retail banking experience to her current position. Prior to Union Bank, she was a branch manager on Mercer Island and a senior personal banker in Bellevue for Bank of America.

Nettleton has also volunteered with many non-profits in the community, including Hopelink, March of Dimes, Survivor Northwest, United Way, Susan G. Komen, and Jubilee Center in Bellevue. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Northwest University.

“This is a great opportunity to lead a team that is committed to serving our Bellevue customers with great products and a smile every day, and playing a vital role in helping Union Bank build healthy communities,” says Nettleton.