McDermott + Bull has successfully placed Mark Bagley as Chief Credit Officer at Northwest Bank. In this role, Mark will oversee the Bank’s entire credit apparatus, including loan approvals, internal portfolio reviews, and credit administration activities, with a constant eye on driving the expeditious delivery of customized solutions that are ideal for both the Bank and the customer.
Mark brings over 30 years of experience in credit risk management, underwriting, and portfolio monitoring. He most recently held credit leadership positions within the banking industry, serving as Director of the Special Assets Group at HTLF and Chief Credit Officer at TCF Financial Corporation. His foundational career was built in credit risk analysis and business development across commercial, mortgage, and asset-based lending. Mark received his master’s degree and bachelor’s degree in business administration from New Mexico State University.
Northwest Bank, founded in 2008, is a privately held community bank serving businesses in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. Known for its customized financial solutions and exceptional customer service, Northwest Bank builds trusted partnerships by understanding clients’ unique needs and aspirations. Rated as one of the nation’s best-capitalized banks, it has earned 5-Star “Superior” ratings from BauerFinancial® and Bankrate.com’s Safe and Sound® ratings. The bank operates offices in Boise, Portland, Coeur d’Alene, Seattle, and Salt Lake City.
This executive search was completed by McDermott + Bull President Brandon Biegenzahn and Executive Recruiter Rachel Camonayan.