North Shore Bank promotes executive to chief credit officer

Brookfield, Wis.-based North Shore Bank hired John Krostag as senior vice president, chief credit officer. He was previously the bank's vice president, commercial credit manager..Krostag has nearly 20 years of banking experience, including more than five years at the $2.5 billion North Shore Bank. He started his career as a credit analyst and has since held positions in commercial credit and business banking. .Krostag has a bachelor's degree in accounting and an MBA from Lakeland University in Plymouth, Wis. Krostag's role was previously held by Mark Ohlert, who retired in March. ."John plays a crucial role in our leadership team and I look forward to seeing the ways he advances our bank through his trustworthy guidance to our valued guidance to our valued customers and team members," said North Shore Bank President and CEO Jay McKenna. "I know that John will embrace his new expanded responsibilities with enthusiasm and integrity, and will continue to help guide North Shore Bank on a successful path."