COLUMBIA BANK STRENGTHENS HEALTHCARE TEAM WITH ADDITION OF LYNNE NELSON

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Columbia Bank has appointed Lynne Nelson as Senior Vice President and Business Development Officer for its Healthcare Banking team in Washington and Northern Idaho. With nearly 10 years in banking and over six years in healthcare banking at Columbia, Nelson aims to enhance brand recognition and foster business relationships within the medical, dental, and veterinary communities. She previously co-founded Practice Management Associates, guiding professionals in practice transitions. Columbia Bank, headquartered in Tacoma, Washington, is recognized for excellence in the banking sector.

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• Lynne Nelson brings nearly 10 years of banking experience, enhancing the team's expertise.
• Focus on developing new business relationships in the healthcare sector could drive future growth.
• Columbia Bank has a strong reputation, being recognized in the 'Best Workplaces' and 'America's Best Banks' rankings.

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TACOMA, Wash., March 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Bank today announced the addition of Lynne Nelson to the Healthcare Banking team. Nelson will serve as senior vice president, business development officer for Washington and Northern Idaho.

In her new role, Nelson will develop new business relationships and build positive brand recognition for Columbia's Healthcare Banking team through partnerships and education within medical, dental and veterinary communities, as well as associations, study groups and societies.

Nelson has almost 10 years of experience in banking, including more than six years of healthcare banking with Columbia Bank. Earlier in her career, Nelson co-founded Practice Management Associates, a full-service dental consulting and brokerage firm, and helped guide general and specialty dentists through seamless transitions of selling or purchasing a practice.

"I'm thrilled to be a member of this talented team and deliver for our clients," Nelson said. "My goal in this new position is to be a trusted confidant and advisor for new business prospects and existing clients. I consider their success the success of Columbia Bank."

Nelson is active in several community organizations, including Chelan Athletic Booster Club, Seven Acres Foundation, Lake Chelan Community Hospital, and Lake Chelan Food Bank.

About Columbia
Headquartered in Tacoma, Washington, Columbia Banking System, Inc. (NASDAQ: COLB) is the holding company of Columbia Bank, a Washington state-chartered full-service commercial bank with locations throughout Washington, Oregon, California and Idaho. The bank has been named one of Puget Sound Business Journal's "Washington's Best Workplaces," more than 10 times. Columbia was named the #1 bank in the Northwest on the Forbes 2021 list of "America's Best Banks" marking 10 consecutive years on the publication's list of top financial institutions. More information about Columbia can be found on its website at www.columbiabank.com.

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FAQ

What is the significance of Lynne Nelson's appointment at Columbia Bank?

Lynne Nelson's role as Senior Vice President aims to strengthen business development and brand recognition in the Healthcare Banking division.

What experience does Lynne Nelson have in healthcare banking?

Lynne Nelson has over six years of experience in healthcare banking with Columbia Bank and co-founded a dental consulting firm.

What states does Columbia Bank serve?

Columbia Bank operates in Washington, Oregon, California, and Idaho.

What accolades has Columbia Bank received?

Columbia Bank has been named one of the top 'Best Workplaces' multiple times and recognized as the #1 bank in the Northwest by Forbes.