WesBanco Expands Commercial Banking in South Florida

Seasoned team hired to drive growth in Palm Beach and Broward counties

Mar. 12, 2026 at 6:15pm

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WesBanco, Inc., a diversified multi-state bank holding company, has announced the expansion of its commercial banking business into key high-growth South Florida markets, including Palm Beach and Broward counties. The company has hired a seasoned team of commercial banking leaders and support staff to drive this expansion, which further advances WesBanco's organic growth strategy and commitment to serving clients in attractive, relationship-driven markets.

Why it matters

WesBanco's expansion into South Florida aligns with its long-term strategy of southeastern growth and allows the bank to better support existing clients with ties to the region, while also pursuing new commercial relationships in an attractive, high-growth market.

The details

The new South Florida team is led by Eddy Rodriguez, who joins as Executive Vice President and Regional President. The team also includes Steven Goldstein, Market President and Senior Commercial Banker focused on Palm Beach County, and Tony Mandravellos, Market President and Senior Commercial Banker focused on Broward County. The team brings decades of collective experience in commercial banking and deep regional market expertise to support middle-market and commercial clients with customized financial solutions, insight, and exceptional service.

  • WesBanco announced the expansion on March 12, 2026.

The players

WesBanco, Inc.

A diversified, multi-state bank holding company with over 150 years as a community-focused, regional financial services partner.

Eddy Rodriguez

Joins WesBanco as Executive Vice President and Regional President, bringing nearly 30 years of commercial banking experience with leading financial institutions.

Steven Goldstein

Joins as Market President and Senior Commercial Banker focused on Palm Beach County, with more than three decades of experience in commercial financial services.

Tony Mandravellos

Joins as Market President and Senior Commercial Banker focused on Broward County, with nearly 30 years of experience in commercial financial services.

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What they’re saying

“These South Florida markets are significant growth centers, and ones I have come to know well during my banking career. We are excited to enter these markets with this seasoned team of bankers, whose customer focus and values are well-aligned with our relationship-led approach and strong credit standards.”

— Jeff Jackson, President and Chief Executive Officer, WesBanco

“Our South Florida expansion is a thoughtful extension of our long-stated southeastern expansion strategy. Many of our in-footprint clients already have meaningful ties to the region, from second homes to operating interests. Establishing a regional presence with this proven team allows us to support those relationships more directly while advancing our growth strategy through new relationships.”

— Jay Zatta, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer, WesBanco

What’s next

As the regional business develops, WesBanco expects to evaluate additional services and solutions, including retail financial centers, treasury, wealth management, and mortgage offerings, to deliver even greater value to clients.

The takeaway

WesBanco's expansion into the high-growth South Florida market, led by a seasoned team of commercial banking experts, demonstrates the bank's commitment to strategic organic growth and serving its clients' needs across its expanding regional footprint.