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North Shore Bank Names New VP, Commercial Banking Manager

 

By - Aug 13th, 2025 09:22 am
Craig Plazak. Photo courtesy of North Shore Bank.

Craig Plazak. Photo courtesy of North Shore Bank.

Brookfield, Wis. – North Shore Bank has announced Craig Plazak as the community bank’s new Vice President and Commercial Banking Manager. In this new role, Plazak will focus on building strong relationships with business clients, offering tailored financial guidance, and delivering solutions such as commercial loans, credit, and treasury management services. Leading a skilled and trusted team, Plazak will provide the strategic support businesses need to succeed and grow with confidence while strengthening partnerships throughout the community.

“We are thrilled to welcome Craig to North Shore Bank,” said Michael Kellman, senior vice president of commercial and consumer lending for North Shore Bank. “Craig brings a wealth of experience in commercial banking, a strong track record of building lasting client relationships, and developing high-performing teams. We are confident he will make an immediate and lasting impact in his new role.”

Plazak has over 30 years of experience in commercial banking and previously held the role of Vice President, Milwaukee Market Manager at Summit Credit Union. He has lived in New Berlin, Wis. for over 30 years and is a graduate of Marquette University. He has been an active member of his community, serving on various community and professional organizations throughout his career.

Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Brookfield, Wisconsin, North Shore Bank is a mutual savings bank with assets over $2.5 billion and 42 offices throughout eastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois. Wisconsin locations are in metro Milwaukee, Germantown, Ozaukee County, Racine, Kenosha, Appleton, Menasha, Green Bay and surrounding areas, Burlington, Union Grove, Muskego, and Door County. Locate a North Shore Bank office. You can also connect with the bank on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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