“I love living in a small friendly town and being part of such a great community. It is my pleasure to be able to help and support our community through my banking knowledge and experience and through my volunteering efforts. Liberty Bank is such a wonderful community bank, and I am excited to be part of this amazing team.”
Galina takes on the role of Relationship Manager at Liberty Bank’s Poulsbo branch after honing her banking skills at Islanders Bank on Orcas Island. She has worked as a teller, customer service specialist, operations supervisor, credit analyst and consumer loan officer, managing the bank’s consumer portfolio and being responsible for annual loan reviews and renewals. She also worked to approve new consumer loan requests and assisted commercial loan officers. Galina earned her BA in business administration from South-West University in Bulgaria. In addition to English, she fluently speaks German and Bulgarian. In 2018 Galina completed the credit analyst development program offered by the Washington Bankers Association and in 2023 she completed the Commercial Lending Development Program. A resident of Silverdale, Galina enjoys working out, spending time with her family, and traveling in her spare time.
Community Involvement
In the past Galina has volunteered for many different non-profit organizations, including Orcas Island Lions Club, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services of Whatcom County (DVSAS), and her daughter’s preschool. Currently Galina is the Treasurer for Leadership Kitsap, non-profit organization dedicated to fostering and empowering educated, prepared and engaged community leaders. She is also a distinguished alumnus of Leadership Kitsap, Class of 2022. Galina is also part of the Silverdale Rotary Club.
