Robert E. Blackham Assumes Role as Chairman of Dollar Bank Board of Directors
January 14, 2025: Dollar Bank, Federal Savings Bank announced today that Robert E. Blackham, Chair of Roetzel and Andress, has been named Chairman of the Dollar Bank and Dollar Mutual Bancorp Board of Directors.
“We are thrilled to welcome such a well-respected executive in the Cleveland community to lead the Dollar Bank Board,” said Jim McQuade, President and CEO of Dollar Bank. “Bob’s impressive career as a service-focused leader will only strengthen our 170-year commitment to being a trusted partner to our customers and the communities we serve.”
Mr. Blackham brings over 25 years of experience and leadership in employment law and litigation to this new role on the Dollar Bank Board of Directors. As Chair of Roetzel and Andress, Mr. Blackham prioritizes meaningful client relationships built on sound guidance and respect.
Mr. Blackham holds a bachelor's degree from Ohio State University and a Juris Doctor degree from the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. He has been named to The Best Lawyers in America for Workers' Compensation Law, Labor and Employment Litigation and Employment Law Management, and holds the highest AV® Preeminent™ rating from Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. He holds multiple bar affiliations, including the Akron Bar Association, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association and Ohio State Bar Association. Mr. Blackham’s community involvement has included board positions with the Aurora Baseball and Football Associations, American Heart Association and Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation.
“Stepping into the role of Chairman of Dollar Bank’s Board of Directors is an incredible opportunity to contribute to the next chapter of a financial institution with a long history of building opportunity for all,” said Blackham. “Having been a member of the Dollar Bank Board of Directors since 2012, I look forward to continuing to provide support to the leadership team and the organization as a whole as they continue to shape the future of community banking.”
About Dollar Bank
As the nation's largest independent mutual bank, Dollar Bank has been empowering the communities and customers we serve for 170 years. Our more than 90 locations throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio and Virginia provide a comprehensive range of personal, small business and corporate banking solutions. We continue to invest in our customers and strengthen our communities through financial education programs and partnerships with organizations who share our dedication to building opportunities for all. As of September 2024, Dollar Bank reported total assets of $11.7 billion, total loans of $9.0 million, and total deposits of $9.6 million. For more information, visit Dollar.Bank.