Samantha Werner honored among executives in Kansas City

Kansas City, MO. - Samantha Werner, senior vice president, treasury market manager for Commerce Bank - Kansas City, Central Missouri, Denver, Iowa and Southwest Missouri, has been named to Ingram's Women Executives - Kansas City. The award recognizes women who have demonstrated the qualities of positive executive leadership for their organizations and significant contributions to the Kansas City region overall.

Werner leads a treasury team dedicated to supporting Commerce's efforts to automate its clients cash flow processes throughout the US. For her team, she serves as a coach and mentor, helping them identify opportunities, the right solutions and removing roadblocks in their way.

"The contribution Samantha makes extends much further than the incredible work she's doing at Commerce," said Rob Bratcher, president, Commerce Bank - Kansas City. "Her goals are to make a difference, and to help make our community better, more prosperous and a safer place for the next generation. She's so deserving of this recognition."

Werner serves as the president of The Mason Werner Foundation, a foundation in which she founded in 2010. Named for her infant twin son she lost to SIDS, The Mason Werner Foundation provides onesies and information on safe sleep practices. She's also served on the Infant Loss Resources board of directors, which provides bereavement support to families who have lost an infant. Werner is a graduate of Missouri State University.