With their continued growth, Washington Savings Bank is proud to announce the promotions of two employees following the Board of Directors meeting on April 10, 2024.

Allison Carpenter was promoted from Retail Operations Officer to Assistant Vice President of Retail Operations. In her career at the bank, Allison has served in many roles, starting as a bank teller during college. She returned to the bank in 2016 as a Loan Originator and has served as a Project Manager. Allison prides herself on providing excellent customer care and leadership skills to her team members and customers. If she doesn’t have an answer, she works to find it whether it takes seconds or weeks you will know she is still on it. Allison is a mentor with Effingham Unit 40 and an active member of New Hope Church in Effingham. She especially enjoys time with her husband, Matt, and their children, her family, and their dog, Tucker.

Blake Masse was promoted from Loan Originator to Loan Officer. Blake was born and raised in Mattoon, IL. He attended Mattoon High School, Lake Land College, and Eastern Illinois University where he graduated with a finance degree. He has a passion for helping his customers in any way possible to ensure their banking needs are met. Outside of work, Blake can be found playing a round of golf with friends, working out at the gym, or hanging out with his dog, Hank.

The leadership team and Board of Directors of Washington Savings Bank are honored to have these employees on their team. If you are interested in a career in banking, stop by any of the Bank’s locations today or email your resume to careers@washingtonsavings.net.