Mullen Promoted to AVP, Compliance Officer; Continues Fight On Fraud

August 8, 2024

(Branson, MO) Branson Bank is excited to announce the promotion of Rebecca Mullen to the role of AVP. As the bank’s Compliance Officer, Mullen oversees the Compliance Department and utilizes her expertise to ensure banking regulations are monitored, followed and communicated. She oversees fraud concerns, providing educational tools for associates, customers and the community, while supporting individuals who have fallen victim to scams. She is responsible for all bank regulation and holds the titles of BSA, USA Patriot Act, and OFAC Officer.

“Becca’s contributions to her role in Compliance has helped build a consistent foundation to all of the bank’s regulatory practices, has strengthened our training for associates, and she is an advocate for our customers impacted by fraud,” said Katie Hodges, SVP, COO. “Her passion to serve goes above and beyond her role and we are grateful to have someone so dedicated to our people and community.”

Mullen began her journey with Branson Bank in 2013 and transitioned to the Compliance Department in 2015. Over the years, she has played an instrumental role by providing continuous education to bank associates, helping to safeguard the bank and its customers, especially as it pertains to fraud. As a Certified Fraud Professional, she is dedicated to educating our community about current scams, and most recently, helped establish a local Fraud group for the community by collaborating with area police departments.

“As a community, I believe in helping educate our neighbors about fraud and how to best safeguard their assets from those who would try to manipulate and steal,” said Rebecca Mullen, AVP, Compliance Officer. “There are many methods today that scammers use to target individuals through technology, phishing, and persuasion and my hope is to build awareness of these methods so that we can combat their attempts.”

Mullen is a lifelong resident of Taney County along with her four children. She is an active member of Church 3:16 and enjoys serving in the children’s ministry. She attended College of the Ozarks, Ozarks Technical College, and is a graduate of the American Bankers Association National Compliance School along with various other security and regulatory training. Rebecca enjoys scrapbooking and spending time with her family.

Branson Bank is a $369 million asset community bank – a locally owned and controlled, state chartered financial institution with three locations in Branson, one location in Forsyth, and one location in Branson West. Branson Bank- Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender.

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Editor Notes: Please see attached picture of Rebecca Mullen, AVP, Compliance Officer, BSA, USA Patriot Act, and OFAC Officer.