First Interstate Bancsystem Inc. has appointed Teresa A. Taylor to its board of directors, effective from January 25, 2012. Taylor has more than 24 years of experience in the technology, media, and telecom sector. Since 1988, Taylor has worked for Qwest Communications in Denver, Colorado, where she most recently served as Chief Operating Officer. Additionally, she currently holds board of director positions for Global Leadership Council - Colorado State University, Colorado Technology Association and Denver Botanic Gardens. As a member of First Interstate BancSystem's board of directors, Taylor will serve on the Compensation and Technology Committees.