FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Piotrek Buciarski, Market President, [email protected]
PORTLAND, Ore. — Summit Bank is pleased to announce the addition of Brad Volchok as Senior Vice President, Business Client Advisor in the Bank’s Westside Office located in Hillsboro. With more than 20 years of commercial banking experience and a unique background as both a commercial banker and chief financial officer, Volchok brings a wealth of knowledge and a client-centered approach to serving businesses throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington.
In his new role, Volchok will work closely with business owners and commercial clients to deliver customized banking solutions, including commercial lending, deposit services, and strategic financial guidance. His extensive experience helping businesses navigate growth, capital needs, and operational challenges align with Summit Bank’s relationship-focused model.
“Brad is a tremendous addition to our team,” said Piotrek Buciarski, Market President for Summit Bank’s Portland Metropolitan markets. “His deep commercial banking expertise, leadership experience, and firsthand understanding of the challenges business owners face make him an invaluable resource for our clients. Brad’s relationship-driven philosophy and commitment to exceptional service are a natural fit for Summit Bank, and we are excited to welcome him to the organization.”
Prior to joining Summit Bank, Volchok served as Chief Financial Officer for Langer’s, where he gained firsthand experience leading the financial operations of a family-owned business. Before that, he spent 5 years as Commercial Lending Manager at a well-known regional financial institution, overseeing commercial lending across Oregon and Southwest Washington. His career also includes leadership roles with other regional banks, where he managed commercial banking teams and supported the growth and success of businesses across the region.
“I’ve always believed that banking is about building trust and helping clients make informed decisions that support their long-term success,” said Volchok. “Summit Bank has built a strong reputation for relationship banking and local decision-making, and I’m excited to join a team that is so committed to serving businesses and communities throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington.”
Volchok earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Marketing from Northern Arizona University and is a graduate of Pacific Coast Banking School.
About Summit Bank
Summit Bank Group Inc., through its wholly owned subsidiary Summit Bank, has offices in Eugene/Springfield, Central Oregon, and the Portland metro area. The bank provides commercial banking, treasury management, and lending services to professionals and mid-sized businesses, as well as their owners. Recent recognition includes Oregon Business magazine’s Top 100 Companies to Work For (four consecutive years), the Eugene Register-Guard Readers’ Choice Favorite Bank, the Bend Bulletin Best Bank (past two years), and American Banker’s list of the top 100 banks in the United States. Lane County has also recognized Summit Bank as one of the Best Places for Working Parents. Summit Bank Group Inc. is quoted on the OTCID under the symbol SBKO. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.