WesBanco Inc., a diversified, multi-state bank holding company, announced that George Petroplus has been named Morgantown, W.V., Market President and Senior Commercial Banker, effective immediately. Petroplus succeeds former Market President Nick Taylor who has been promoted to lead WesBanco's Business Banking. 

In this role, Petroplus will lead the growth strategy for the market, collaborating with business leaders to maximize opportunities that serve client needs. Additionally, he will champion initiatives and relationships that support and enrich Morgantown communities, reinforcing WesBanco's commitment to impactful local engagement.

"George consistently puts customers at the forefront, bringing fresh, innovative ideas to meet their needs," said Patrick O'Malley, Executive Vice President and Regional President for West Virginia. "He'll carry that same commitment throughout the Morgantown market, continuously seeking ways to serve our clients and communities better."

Petroplus joined WesBanco in 2019 as a Commercial Banker supporting clients in the North Central region of West Virginia. In addition to his Commercial background, he has held roles in Credit Analysis and Portfolio Management. An active member of the community, Petroplus serves on the Board of Directors for the United Way Monongalia and Preston Counties and the Mylan Park Foundation. He is a graduate of West Virginia University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and accounting.

"I'm thrilled for the opportunity to drive our growth in the Morgantown market," said George Petroplus, Morgantown Market President and Senior Commercial Banker. "The team is incredibly talented and shares the same passion as I do in helping our customers and communities achieve their financial goals."

WesBanco's Morgantown market encompasses Parkersburg and the North Central region of West Virginia with more than 15 financial centers.