From Jay Davidson’s bio at First American State Bank:
“As founder, chairman of the board, and chief executive officer of First American State Bank and First American Bancorp, Jay Davidson is responsible for the long-term sustainable growth strategies of both organizations. Since the bank first opened its doors in 1995, assets have grown to more than $260 million, under Jay’s leadership. He and his executive team ensure clients receive the highest standard of customer service, advanced banking technology and tailor-made financial solutions for all their financial needs. Jay has said: “All banks offer similar products; it’s how we deliver them to our customer that sets us apart.”
Jay serves his community as a leader and role model by supporting numerous public and philanthropic initiatives. He was co-founder of the First American State Bank’s Fitness Festival, benefiting the Cherry Creek School Foundation. He served on the board for the Kenneth Kendall King Foundation; and he was a director at Step 13, a self-funded program, which provides assistance for severely disadvantaged members of the community. He was treasurer and a director at Kempe Children’s Foundation. He also was treasurer and a director at Kempe Children’s Foundation.
Recognized for his community and business leadership by several organizations, Jay is a member of Marquis Who’s Who: In the World, In Finance and Industry, In America and In the West and has been listed in the Denver Business Journal’s “Who’s Who in Banking and Finance.” Jay writes prolifically on topic in politics, finance, the economy and philosophy. His articles have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, American Thinker and The Villager Newspaper. Jay and his wife, Kristina, have been honored as “Pillars of the Community” by Arapahoe House and as “Villager Man and Woman of the Year” by The Villager Newspaper.
Jay is a graduate of the University of North Dakota, School of Engineering. He and his wife Kristina have two children and four grandchildren and reside in Greenwood Village, Colo.”
