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The selection of Josh Siler follows the recent CEO appointment of Bill Perry, who currently serves as AgWest’s Chief Lending Officer. Siler will lead all Lending and Insurance teams across AgWest’s seven-state Farm Credit territory in the West, headquartered in Spokane, Washington. Like Perry, Siler’s new position will take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, following the retirement of current President and CEO Mark Littlefield.

Siler, who grew up on his family’s wheat farm near St. John, Wash., has served as the Washington President since 2020. Prior to that, he held several direct lending, credit, and leadership roles in Pasco, Wash., and Twin Falls, Idaho, since joining the association 22 years ago. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in agribusiness from Washington State University.

Sonja Jensen has been selected as Siler’s replacement as Washington President to lead AgWest’s lending and insurance operations throughout Washington, also effective Jan 1. Jensen currently serves as Head of Lending Programs where she oversees AgWest’s Country Home Loan, AgVision and Crop Insurance programs among other responsibilities. She has served in various roles with the association since 2008, including Loan Specialist and Relationship Manager in Lewiston, Idaho. Jensen holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Idaho and is also a graduate of Pacific Coast Banking School, Washington AgForestry and Whitworth Leadership programs.