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Thomas Prohaska, chairman and chief executive officer of Idaho Trust Bank, has announced hiring Blake D. Fischer as a private banker. He joins a successful team of experienced private bankers with extensive experience serving individuals and businesses throughout Idaho and the Western United States. In his role with Idaho Trust Bank, Fischer will be responsible for servicing existing clients, developing new relationships, and fostering growth.

"I truly value each person I come in contact with and will take this professionalism into a new role as a private banker with Idaho Trust Bank," said Fischer. "I'll be focused on bringing client relationships to the bank and growing the bank's overall commercial presence in the State of Idaho. I take the time to get to know my clients and pride myself on taking a genuine interest in helping them succeed."

For the past five years, Fischer has worked in various sales roles and as a mortgage loan professional, where he built a business based on referrals from clientele and trusted business partners. He was born and raised in Twin Falls and graduated from the University of Idaho with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. 

VP & Private Banking Team Leader Dennis Mikelonis says, "We are very excited to have Blake join our team here at Idaho Trust Bank. He has significant experience helping individuals with their banking and lending needs. Blake's knowledge, positive attitude, and work ethic complement our growing team of seasoned private bankers."