Outrageously Excellent Service

Our Team

The First Nebraska Trust Company team is a diverse group of individuals who work together for a common goal:  To provide the best possible trust, estate, and investment services for our clients.  Our team has a vast array of knowledge and experiences which provide clients access to individuals with the skills necessary to achieve their financial and estate planning goals.

With a focus on providing personalized services, each member of our team works hard to ensure that you and your family receive professional, customized, and caring service at all times.

Trust Administration

Brian Wachman

Trust Officer

Robin Smith

President & Board Chair

Valerie Rouch

Trust Administrator

Liz Reynolds

Trust Administrator

Luke Paladino, JD

Vice President & Trust Officer

Brandi Novosad

Vice President & Trust Officer

Stephanie Meredith

Operations Administrator

Jaime Hemmerling, CPA

Vice President & Trust Officer

Dominique Brown

Trust Officer

Lin Briley

Trust Administrator

Melissa Lawson

Trust Administrator

Michele Cumpston

Trust Administrator

Katie Zimmer

Trust Administrator

Dawn Schomaker

Operations Administrator

Jacque Lee

Trust Administrator

Rick Damkroger, JD

General Counsel

Investments

Chad Reeson, CFA

Investment Officer

Kevin Slattery, CFA, CPA

Investment Analyst

Scott Wendt, CFA

Vice President & Chief Investment Officer

Ryan Schuster

Investment Analyst

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