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Q & A WITH THE NEW BOARD DIRECTORS
BRENDEN CRAIG
First Interstate Bank
Where did you grow up?
Kalispell, Montana.
Favorite saying or quote?
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
What was your first job after high school?
I was a host, server and then bartender at Applebee’s in Kalispell and Bozeman.
What is your favorite outdoor activity?
Boating in the summer and skiing in the winter.
COLLETTE HANSON
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Where did you grow up?
Helena, Montana.
Favorite saying or quote?
There are so many but I think this one is most appropriate for our time right now:
Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.
What was your first job after high school?
Claims Analyst at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana.
What is your favorite outdoor activity?
Honestly, anything outdoors! We have a cabin on Holter Lake and it is my family’s happy place.
Hobby?
Time with my wife and kids: Hiking, boating, camping, fishing, skiing, etc.
Most memorable book you’ve read?
After the Bible would be The Dark Tower Series by Stephen King.
Favorite college or pro sports team?
Bobcats and Steelers.
Something unusual about you people wouldn’t expect?
I enjoy doing tasks myself such as construction, mechanical, landscaping, etc. •
Hobby?
I am a huge tennis fan and love to play.
Most memorable book you’ve read?
Breaking Night by Liz Murray. It’s a true story about a young girl’s survival and journey from homelessness to her
success at Harvard.
Favorite college or pro sports team?
Gonzaga & Carroll College Fighting Saints!
Something unusual about you people wouldn’t expect?
I come from a large wonderful family with 12 siblings an amazing mom and dad and blessed with a twin sister. We’re not identical but look close enough alike that I have received many kisses and hugs from complete strangers! •
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