Premier Bank announces Hierro retirement

Premier Bank announced in August that Mahoning Valley Market President Frank Hierro plans to retire in late October.

“Not only do I want to thank Frank for his outstanding leadership and the strategic contributions that have brought Premier Bank success in the Mahoning Valley, but for his friendship and valued advice over the years. On behalf of the Board of Directors and every Premier Bank associate, while he will be missed, we wholeheartedly wish him, his wife Barb and their family all the best in his retirement,” said Gary Small, president and CEO.

Hierro joined Premier Bank in 2014. He will be succeeded by Josh Toot, senior vice president, Commercial Lending Manager.

Hierro has been involved with numerous local organizations throughout his career.

He served on the boards of the Youngstown Business Incubator, Youngstown Central Area Community Improvement Corp., The Better Business Bureau and the YSU Foundation where he serves as board chairman.

Additionally, he is a member of Youngstown State’s President’s Council and Alumni Association. He has served as the board chairman for the YoungstownWarren Regional Chamber and Mahoning Valley Economic Development Corp.