Amber Gunn-Holt has been with Peak Trust Company since 2014 and currently serves as Fiduciary Team Manager. In this leadership role, Amber oversees fiduciary administration functions, supporting fiduciary officers and staff in the delivery of consistent, high-quality trust and IRA administration across the organization. Her deep institutional knowledge and hands-on experience make her a trusted leader within the fiduciary team.
Throughout her career at Peak, Amber has administered a wide range of trust and IRA accounts, including trusts sitused in Alaska, life insurance trusts, trusteed IRAs, and self-directed IRAs holding alternative assets. Her progression from Fiduciary Assistant to senior leadership reflects her strong commitment to professional growth, operational excellence, and client service.
In addition to her day to day work, Amber frequently attends industry specific conferences and has co-authored articles on topics such as IRAs, charitable trust planning, and life insurance trusts. She is known for her collaborative approach and dedication to knowledge-sharing, both within the Peak team and the broader trust and estate planning community.
Amber holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Education from the University of Alaska Anchorage, has earned the Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) designation through the Cannon Financial Institute and completed the Peak Trust Management Certification course offered by the University of Delaware. Her expertise and leadership contribute greatly to Peak’s continued growth and commitment to fiduciary excellence.
Mariam Hall has been with Peak Trust Company since 2018, currently as Marketing Coordinator & Communications Coordinator. In her role, Mariam manages the execution of all marketing, communications and public relations functions and supports the strategic alignment of growth and process improvement initiatives across every department. In addition to her marketing and communications role, Mariam is a contributing member of Peak’s Operations Technology Steering Committee, a subcommittee of the firm’s trust committee focused on the continuous improvement of Peak’s operational excellence through the adoption of technology.
Mariam is active in the Anchorage estate planning community. She previously served as Executive Director of the Anchorage Estate Planning Council, and remains an active member of the council. Mariam is also closely involved in efforts to support the creation and passing of trust and estate legislation in Alaska. Since spearheading its inception in early 2019, Mariam has continued to run the administrative functions of Alaska Trust & Estate Professionals (ATEP), a formal working group established to further advance Alaska’s trust and estate planning law for the benefit of Alaska and Alaskan professionals.
Mariam brings over a decade of experience in C-level executive support, event coordination, digital marketing, and business development. As a dynamic thinker and strong communicator, she is passionate about providing top-tier operational support and coordinating strategy development and implementation. Mariam has co-authored several articles and frequently writes educational content on a variety of trust and estate planning topics. Prior to stepping into her current role, Mariam first joined the Peak team as Executive Assistant to the President and CEO. Mariam earned her Certified Financial Marketing Professional (CFMP) designation from the American Bankers Association.
Allison Kaper serves as a Fiduciary Assistant at Peak Trust Company, joining the team in 2025. As part of the fiduciary administration team, Allison supports Fiduciary Officers in managing all aspects of trust account oversight including records maintenance, transaction processing, preparing client communications and coordinating with various service providers. She brings strong analytical and organizational skills to providing accurate, timely responses to client inquiries and partner requests.
In her work, Allison upholds strict procedures around account security, documentation, compliance protocols and maintaining excellent service levels. She plays a crucial coordination role by assisting Fiduciary Officers with beneficiary correspondence, account administration, and day-to-day trust operations.
Prior to joining Peak Trust, Allison served as a Biological Science Technician with the federal government in Alaska, where she specialized in data management and quality assurance protocols. Her experience includes military service in the U.S. Navy Reserve, where she advanced to Second Class Petty Officer and led analytical teams in intelligence operations. This background provided her with exceptional attention to detail, leadership capabilities, and experience managing sensitive information.
Allison earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Northern Michigan University in 2022. Her diverse professional background in data analysis, regulatory compliance, and client service provides valuable skills in support of Peak Trust’s fiduciary operations and client care.
Lisa Kolesar brings extensive experience in trust administration, estate planning, and fiduciary compliance to her role as a Fiduciary Officer in our Alaska office. Throughout her career, she has managed complex trust and estate relationships, provided strategic guidance to clients, and ensured adherence to fiduciary best practices.
Before joining Peak Trust Company, Lisa held senior trust administration roles at multiple financial institutions. She has overseen high-level trust accounts, advised on estate and conservatorship matters, and built strong relationships with attorneys, accountants, and financial professionals. Her expertise includes portfolio management, tax planning, and regulatory compliance, ensuring clients receive comprehensive and effective fiduciary support.
Lisa earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Northwood University and an Associate’s degree in Business Administration from Macomb Community College. She is a graduate of Cannon Financial Institute and holds the Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) designation.
With a client-centered approach and a strong background in trust administration, Lisa plays a vital role in supporting Peak Trust Company’s commitment to fiduciary excellence.
Aryan Kumar joined Peak Trust Company in 2025 as a Fiduciary Assistant, supporting fiduciary officers with the day-to-day administration of trust accounts and helping ensure accounts are managed in accordance with governing documents and established procedures. In this role, Aryan assists with administrative tasks, client and beneficiary communications, and internal coordination that support the delivery of consistent and responsive fiduciary service.
Aryan brings a strong academic foundation in finance, analytics, and strategic analysis to his role at Peak Trust Company. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Finance and Business Analytics from the University of Tennessee and is currently completing a Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Strategy and Innovation, with coursework emphasizing corporate finance, tax strategy, risk management, and client relationship management.
In addition to his academic background, Aryan has experience supporting complex analytical and operational initiatives. His work has included evaluating financial and operational data, building dashboards to support decision making, and working alongside cross functional teams to improve processes and reporting.
Aryan approaches his work with a strong sense of responsibility and professionalism, particularly when handling sensitive information and supporting trust administration activities. His ability to balance analytical thinking with clear communication allows him to contribute meaningfully to the fiduciary team and support a positive experience for clients and beneficiaries.
Lars Laundrup joined Peak Trust Company in 2023 as Information Security Specialist, bringing over 7 years of cybersecurity and IT experience protecting confidential data in heavily regulated industries. He most recently served as a Security Consultant orchestrating audit compliance, vulnerability assessments, access controls, and incident response for a 21-location healthcare organization.
Leveraging hands-on technical expertise securing networks, endpoints and cloud platforms, Lars now oversees key initiatives impacting Peak’s security posture – including perimeter defenses, access governance, employee awareness and event monitoring. In addition to his information security role, Lars is a contributing member of Peak’s Operations Technology Steering Committee, a subcommittee of the firm’s Trust Committee focused on the continuous improvement of Peak’s operational excellence through the adoption of technology. while upholding strict regulatory obligations.
A Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Lars earned his Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Management from National University. He maintains additional industry credentials including CompTIA Security+, Fortinet NSE 4 and Sophos Firewall Engineer. By optimizing information security protocols and instilling data protection best practices across the company, Lars empowers the Peak Trust Company team to safely uphold fiduciary duties and provide excellent service as the firm scales exponentially.
Brent Liner joined Peak Trust Company in 2024 as a Senior Fiduciary Officer in our Alaska Office, bringing a decade of experience in trust administration and wealth management. Brent has a proven track record in managing complex trust accounts, enhancing operational processes, and mentoring team members to foster professional growth and excellence.
Before joining Peak, Brent held numerous leadership positions in trust and wealth management, where he administered significant portfolios, streamlined trust operations, and spearheaded policy updates to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. His career highlights include overseeing $1 billion in assets under management, redesigning trust administration processes, and serving as a subject matter expert and trainer in trust services.
Brent is actively involved in industry advancement, contributing to legislative evaluations through the Pennsylvania Bankers Association Trust Advisory Committee and participating in various Estate Planning Councils and Wealth Management Conferences. He is also a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).
Brent earned his Juris Doctor from Campbell University, where he also completed a Master of Trust and Wealth Management, graduating magna cum laude. His undergraduate studies were completed at the University of North Carolina-Wilmington with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History.
Geoffrey Longhurst has been with Peak Trust Company since 2019 as a Compliance Specialist. In this role, Geoffrey works with regulators and third-party auditors supporting the continuous development of the Company’s regulatory and fiduciary best practices compliance program.
Geoffrey co-chair’s Peak’s Operations Technology Steering Committee, a subcommittee of the firm’s trust committee focused on the continuous improvement of Peak’s operational excellence through the adoption of technology.
Prior to joining Peak full-time, Geoffrey interned at Peak Trust Company in the summer of 2016 gaining valuable exposure to both the operations and trust administration departments. Geoffrey earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Political Science with a minor in French from South Dakota State University where he swam competitively at a Division I Level. Geoffrey holds the Certified Fiduciary Risk Investment Specialist (CFIRS) designation from Cannon Financial School.
Heather Popowych serves as Policy & Procedure Unification Specialist within Peak Trust Company’s compliance department. In this role, Heather contributes to standardization, documentation and alignment of all policies, controls, workflows and training programs across the enterprise.
Leveraging project management expertise from her background, Heather facilitates cross-functional input to update legacy documentation, identify control gaps, consolidate redundant protocols and track version control. Her work reduces operational risk while ensuring procedural consistency.
Prior to her current position, Heather supported Peak ‘s executive team as an Executive Assistant where she gained valuable insights into leadership priorities and challenges. Over her earlier career, Heather managed complex initiatives across data systems and human resources functions in the private sector.
Heather holds a Bachelor of Arts in Human Resources from the University of Oklahoma. She applies analytical thinking, communication skills and an eye for detail in her mission to optimize Peak Trust Company’s policy infrastructure amid ongoing expansion.
