First National Bank, a subsidiary of Pinnacle Bankshares, appointed Allison G. Daniels to the role of senior vice president and chief information officer and hired Michelle M. Gaydica as senior vice president and chief operating officer.

Daniels has served the bank for 11 years and previously held the position of chief operating officer. As chief information officer, Daniels will maintain responsibility for and streamline her focus on information technology, cybersecurity, fraud, compliance and facilities.

“Allison has done a remarkable job strengthening our IT environment and posture as it pertains to cybersecurity,” Aubrey H. Hall, III, president and CEO of the bank, said. “She will continue to serve in a critical role for us going forward.”

Gaydica served as a senior vice president at American National Bank in Danville, VA for 11 years, most recently holding the position of director of digital banking and client experience. With over 25 years of banking experience, she brings a diverse background of proven success in technology integrations, strategic planning, human resources and retail banking. Gaydica holds a Bachelor’s degree in journalism and mass communication and business administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Madison Graduate School of Banking and the North Carolina School of Banking.

“We are very pleased to welcome Michelle as our new chief operating officer,” Hall said. “She is an exceptionally versatile and strategic leader, making her a valuable and welcome addition to our senior management team. We are eager to see her contributions drive our continued success.”