LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank has announced the addition of two experienced banking professionals to its Hart office, expanding its retail banking and mortgage lending services in Oceana County.
Michele Cunningham has joined the bank as vice president and retail banking officer, while Deana Fox has been named vice president and mortgage loan officer. According to a press release from the bank, the pair bring decades of combined experience in banking, lending and customer service, along with strong connections to the communities they serve.
“We are excited to welcome Michele and Deana to the West Shore Bank team,” said Raymond Biggs, president and CEO of West Shore Bank. “Their experience and commitment to customer service will strengthen our ability to serve individuals, families and businesses throughout the Hart area.”
Cunningham will oversee retail banking operations at the Hart office, while Fox will focus on helping customers with residential mortgage lending and home financing needs.
West Shore Bank, headquartered in Ludington, operates branch locations throughout Mason, Oceana, Manistee. Benzie, Muskegon and Grand Traverse counties and offers personal and business banking, mortgage lending, wealth management and other financial services.
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