Joan Lacroix

Chief Information Security Officer, Executive Director Risk Management at First Western Trust

Joan LaCroix has a diverse work experience in various roles and industries. Joan started their career at Telephone and Data Systems™ where they worked as the Manager External Reporting from 2005 to 2007. Joan then joined Cuna Mutual Group as the Senior Manager Business Performance Measurement from 2007 to 2008, followed by the role of Director Finance - International Product from 2008 to 2010. Joan then served as the CFO - VP Finance and Accounting at SupraNet Communications, Inc from 2010 to 2012, where they played a crucial role in implementing SAS 70 and SSAE 16 Soc II Type II. Joan later worked as the Financial Reporting Manager at Regal Beloit from 2012 to 2015, overseeing SEC and Management Reporting for a global manufacturing company. In 2015, they joined Experis as the Senior Manager in Risk Advisory Services. Currently, they are employed by First Western Trust and holds the position of Executive Director Risk Management and Information Security Officer since 2016. Overall, Joan has a strong background in risk management, finance, and information security, and their experience spans across industries such as telecommunications, financial services, and manufacturing.

Joan LaCroix has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and German from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, with a focus on Accounting and Finance. Joan also has attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, although no specific degree is mentioned. Joan LaCroix obtained their Certified Public Accountant certification from AICPA in October 1995.

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