Welcome Shawn

Artisans’ Bank Welcomes Shawn Williams

as Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager

WILMINGTON, Del. —June 2026 — Artisans’ Bank is pleased to announce the addition of Shawn Williams as Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager, further strengthening the Bank’s commitment to serving businesses throughout Delaware and the surrounding region.

Williams joins Artisans’ Bank with more than 25 years of financial services experience and a deep understanding of the Delaware business community. In his new role, he will focus on developing and strengthening relationships with commercial clients, providing tailored lending and deposit solutions, and helping local businesses achieve their financial goals.

"Shawn brings deep banking experience, a strong reputation in the market, and a genuine commitment to relationship-based banking," said Dave Ferguson, Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer. "He knows the local business community well and truly cares about helping his clients succeed — that's what makes Shawn a great fit for the Artisans' Bank team."

Most recently, Williams served with First Citizens Community Bank and previously held commercial banking positions with Bryn Mawr Trust/WSFS and Commerce Bank/TD Bank. Throughout his career, he has successfully grown commercial loan and deposit portfolios while building trusted relationships across a broad network of business professionals, including commercial real estate leaders, physicians, attorneys, accountants, and business owners.

Williams earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Western Michigan University and holds the designation of Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor® (CRPC®).

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Williams is actively involved in the Delaware community. He is a member of the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce, has been engaged with the Committee of 100 for many years, and previously served on the executive committee of the Food Bank of Delaware.

As Artisans’ Bank continues to invest in its commercial banking capabilities, Williams’ experience and community connections will help advance the Bank’s mission to provide local businesses with personalized service, responsive decision-making, and trusted financial guidance.

You can reach Shawn via email at swilliams@artisansbank.com

About Artisans’ Bank

Founded in 1861, Artisans’ Bank is a Wilmington, Delaware-headquartered community-focused mutual bank.  With approximately $716 million in assets, 11 retail branch locations, and two community-based lending hubs in Kent and Sussex counties, Artisans’ Bank provides a full range of personal, business, and commercial banking services throughout Delaware and contiguous counties in Pennsylvania and Maryland.  Guided by a commitment to local decision-making, relationship banking, and community investment, Artisans’ Bank remains focused on helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve their financial goals while strengthening the communities it has served for more than 165 years. 

Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. NMLS #774924. Visit our website at www.artisansbank.com for more information.