WesBanco, Inc., a diversified, multi-state bank holding company, announced that its affiliate, WesBanco Bank, has appointed Robert A. Van Nostrand as vice president, commercial Banking for the Charleston, Huntington and southern Ohio markets. In his role, Van Nostrand will develop new client relationships and grow existing relationships across the commercial banking spectrum.

“We are pleased to welcome Bob to our team as our new commercial lender,” said Toby Taylor, WesBanco market president for the Charleston, Huntington and southern Ohio market and senior commercial banker. “His experience and knowledge will be a great benefit to WesBanco and its customers, as he possesses a strong relationship orientation that meets our middle market customer needs efficiently and effectively.”

With 25 years of commercial banking experience, Van Nostrand acts as an advisor and focuses on building relationships with companies through advisory and solution based consultation. Born in Huntington and a graduate of South Point High School, Bob has spent the last 20 years involved in the Tri-State community serving on the boards of numerous local organizations, including River Cities Child Development and the United Way of the River Cities. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Management from Morehead State University.