Claire Herland

Claire Herland

Trust Officer


Claire Herland has held a variety of positions with Alerus during her 35-plus year career, all of them focused on helping the client through one-on-one contact and development of positive working relationships.

Currently, Claire administers a varied portfolio of trusts, conservatorships, custodial accounts, IRAs, and estates. She also coordinates with employees, CPAs, attorneys, and other experienced professionals to accomplish her clients’ goals. She is always passionate about clients and is ready and willing to answer questions.

Claire grew up in northwestern North Dakota and graduated from the University of North Dakota in Williston. She is also a graduate of the North Dakota School of Banking and earned her Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) designation.

She and her husband, Rick, live in Thompson and have two grown children and three grandchildren.