Sarah Kinkeade Promoted to FB&T Bank President-Lakes Area

Sarah Kinkeade, a dedicated team leader, has been promoted to bank president-Lakes Area, effective Dec. 2, 2024. She will oversee both the Baxter and Crosslake locations of Frandsen Bank & Trust (Frandsen Bank).

“Frandsen Bank’s commitment to their employees and the communities they serve is second to none,” Kinkeade says. “I look forward to leading Frandsen Bank in the ever-growing Lakes Area. This new role allows me to grow both personally and professionally, and I could not be more grateful for the opportunity.”

Kinkeade has more than 25 years of experience in the banking and financial industry, spanning commercial lending, retail banking leadership, and consumer and mortgage lending roles. Most recently, Kinkeade was Frandsen Bank’s vice president, business banking for the area.

Outside her role at Frandsen Bank, Kinkeade serves on the board for Bridges of Hope, Christian Investors Financial, and the Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce. Passionate about financial literacy, Kinkeade teaches undergraduate and graduate-level business finance courses at Concordia University, Saint Paul. In her free time, Kinkeade enjoys spending time in the Brainerd Lakes area with her husband and two sons.

“We are happy to promote and recognize a dedicated team member who has strong ties to the community,” says Randy Morehart, executive vice president at Frandsen Bank. “Frandsen Bank is committed to local leadership in each of its markets, and we know our customers will be well-supported with Sarah.”

Kinkeade holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Saint Cloud State University and a Master of Business Administration from Concordia University. She strives to be a strong partner for her customers by learning about their business, values, and goals, ensuring they have the tools to succeed.