Kevin M. Tierney, Sr., President and Chief Executive Officer of North Shore Bank, announced the hiring of William S. Beitler as a senior executive to oversee the bank’s Security and Risk department.

As Chief Risk Officer, Beitler will coordinate efforts to identify, monitor, and mitigate key risks for North Shore Bank and its customers. He will be responsible for implementing and managing risk policies and programs in accordance of the bank’s strategic goals and operational business plan. 

With 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Beitler brings an extensive expertise in risk management, regulatory relations, technology optimization, and strategic management to North Shore Bank.

Tierney stated,

I am pleased to have Bill in the Chief Risk Officer role here at North Shore Bank. His experience will be instrumental to our efforts in maintaining an effective regimen for identifying and addressing important risks to the bank’s mission.

Prior to joining North Shore Bank, Beitler served as Chief Operating Officer at both UniBank for Savings and Sharon Credit Union. He also served as Chief Executive Officer for Commonwealth Bancshares at their subsidiary, First Bank of Northern Kentucky. He currently sits on the Board of Trustees for the Whitin Community Center, and is a Board member for the Blackstone Heritage Corridor.

Beitler received his Master of Business Administration degree from Xavier University, and his Bachelor of Arts in Economics degree from the University of Cincinnati.

According to Beitler:

“I’m grateful for this opportunity, and excited to be joining an institution recognized for creating products and services tailored to its customers’ needs, and to expand and strengthen its risk management and reporting capabilities.”