Phillip D. Whittington serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of FS Bancorp, Inc., the bank holding company for 1st Security Bank of Washington. Since joining the organization in 2015, he has played a pivotal role in overseeing the company's financial operations, including accounting, financial reporting, treasury management, capital planning, and regulatory compliance. Under his leadership, FS Bancorp has maintained strong financial performance, supporting organic growth and shareholder value in a competitive banking landscape. With more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Whittington brings a wealth of expertise from his prior role as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Banner Bank from 2005 to 2015. There, he managed comprehensive financial strategies for a major Pacific Northwest community bank, navigating mergers, acquisitions, and economic cycles. His earlier career included progressive finance and accounting positions at Banner Corporation and other institutions, honing his skills in risk management and strategic financial planning. Whittington's achievements include driving FS Bancorp's consistent profitability, expanding its deposit base and loan portfolio, and ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory standards. His strategic oversight has contributed to the company's solid capital ratios, successful public offerings, and sustained dividend payments, earning him recognition as a key leader in regional banking.