Sterling Williams

Sterling Williams holds extensive experience in risk management and commercial lending, with a career spanning over four decades. Currently serving as Chief Risk Officer at The Piedmont Bank since March 2021, Sterling recently retired from this role. Prior positions include Senior Vice President at Renasant Bank and Chief Risk Officer at The Brand Banking Company, where Sterling developed an enterprise risk management program. Other notable roles include Chief Risk Officer at Urban Trust Bank and Gorham Savings Bank, and Senior Vice President at Northeast Bank, where Sterling managed commercial credit teams. Sterling’s career began as a Loan Review Officer at Northeast Bank after obtaining a BS in Biology/Chemistry from Colby College.