North Shore Bank leaders and employees gathered with elected officials, community leaders, and others to celebrate the opening of the new Mequon branch on Sept. 12. On a gorgeous, sunny day with the attractive, modern branch as the backdrop, President & CEO Jay McKenna and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Drew Wallach cut the ribbon to officially open the location. 

Area Manager and Community Engagement Manager Farrah Mason opened the ribbon-cutting ceremony with a welcome to all, mentioning the “incredible feedback” the new building has received from customers, community members, and employees. “We can’t wait for the excitement to only grow from here,” she said.

Jay thanked Farrah for her hard work in establishing the branch, noting that the space is new but that the bank’s commitment to the community is longstanding.

“Our first branch in Mequon opened over 15 years ago,” he said. “Since then, our commitment to this community has never wavered, and we’re excited to be welcoming our customers in this newer and larger space just right down the road. I’m honored to be here to celebrate achievements like this and I know, as a community bank, we’ll never stop searching for new and better ways to service our community, customers, and partners.”

Mequon-Thiensville Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tina Schwantes and Mequon Alderman Brian Parrish addressed the crowd, thanking the bank for its investment in the community. The new bank is 2,400 square feet, featuring an open work environment with sliding office doors for privacy and a video teller for extended service hours through an easily accessible drive-up. It is located at 11333 N. Port Washington Road.

With that, it was time to cut the ribbon. Jay invited Drew, a Mequon resident and employee of the bank for over 40 years, to join in since he doesn’t often get the chance to participate in events like this.

Afterward, guests were invited inside for refreshments and a tour. 

Congratulations to all on the stellar new Mequon branch!