Bill Beard

Bill Beard has an extensive banking career spanning 44 years, culminating in retirement in July 2021. Prior to retirement, Bill served as SVP at Chemical Bank, focusing on privately held companies in Northeast Ohio, and held the position of SVP Team Lead at Fifth Third Bank, overseeing business development and treasury management in the region. Bill's career includes significant roles such as SVP at Charter One Bank, where responsibilities included leading business development for middle-market companies, and SVP Commercial Banking at National City Bank, focusing on privately held companies and providing relationship banking services. Bill’s banking journey began at KeyBank, where a 25-year tenure included varied roles culminating in leadership in Business Banking. Bill holds a BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting/Management from Ashland College.