Steve Swanson

Steve Swanson has been promoted to senior vice president, New York commercial market executive, for Northwest Bank.

Mark Worthy, head of commercial and industrial lending, made the announcement.

Prior to being named market executive, he served as vice president, commercial lending for Northwest.

“Steve joined us nearly three years ago and has been working to expand our commercial lending presence across the region,” Worthy said. “His depth of experience, dedication to community involvement and roots in Chautauqua County make him the ideal leader for our New York market.”

Of his new opportunity, Swanson said, “I’m pleased to assume the market executive position and continue the legacy of excellence that the Northwest team has established in Western New York. As a growing bank with a deep commitment to the communities we serve, it’s important for us to maintain a local leadership presence in our markets and continue to make an impact through local board participation, volunteerism, strategic sponsorships and donations.”

In his role, Swanson leads commercial business development and community impact initiatives throughout Western New York. Passionate about community economic development, he is committed to connecting Northwest’s commercial clients with the financial tools, resources and guidance they need to run a successful business.

Swanson is a graduate of the State University at Fredonia with a bachelor’s degree in quantitative economic analysis.

He also earned an associate’s degree in social sciences and economics from Jamestown Community College.

A lifelong resident of Chautauqua County, Swanson gives his time to his community by serving on several boards and committees. He is on the JCC Foundation Board, the county Industrial Development Agency loan committee, serves as vice president of the Falconer Library Board and as assistant treasurer for Jamestown CMA Church. In addition, he is an honorary social member and fire commission member of the Kennedy Volunteer Fire Department Community Foundation, belongs to the Falconer Moose Club, Elks Lodge #2063, Moon Brook Country Club, Browns backers of Jamestown and is a graduate of the Chautauqua Leadership Network.