DULUTH, MN – North Shore Bank and North Shore Investments & Trust are pleased to announce several promotions in their Information Technology and Investments & Trust departments.
Derek Rowan has been promoted to Information Technology Director. In this role, he will implement strategy and work on the development and growth initiatives that are instrumental in meeting the ever-changing technology needs of the Bank. Derek is a native of Glasgow, Scotland, and attended the University of Edinburgh with a major in Mathematics. He also completed Bank Technology Security and Management programs from the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Derek has been with North Shore Bank for 22 years.
Brandy Maus has been promoted to Senior Network Administrator and will focus her energy on guiding the implementation, administration and troubleshooting of the Bank’s network infrastructure. In addition to her many responsibilities, Brandy will assist in facilitating the Bank’s technology needs. Brandy holds an Associate of Applied Science degree from Lake Superior College and has been with North Shore Bank for 8 years.
Aili Ratike has been promoted to a Trust Administrator. Aili has been, and will continue to be, instrumental in the administration of trusts and estates, IRAs and investment management accounts. Her commitment to excellence is evident in all she does. Aili holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Professional Studies from the University Wisconsin-Superior, which includes business, finance and communication coursework. Aili has been with North Shore Bank for 8 years.
Vladimir Skirda has been promoted to a Senior Investment Specialist. He works side by side with the North Shore Investments & Trust Portfolio Managers to facilitate client investment needs. Vladimir has a diverse background in banking and investment management. Vladimir holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Minnesota-Duluth with majors in Organizational Management and Finance. Vladimir has been with North Shore Bank for 9 years.
“Our Information Technology team touches all aspects of our business, and our Trust team members are highly knowledgeable and committed to our clients and our community. It is an honor to acknowledge and celebrate the promotions of these dedicated employees,” said Brenda Brannan, Executive Vice President.
North Shore Bank is a locally owned and managed, independent community bank with locations in Duluth, Hermantown, Cloquet and Superior. North Shore Bank offers a full array of traditional personal and business banking products, mortgage and insurance services and a full selection of investment and trust services, including private banking and retirement solutions. Learn more at www.northshore.bank. Equal Housing Lender.