Blake Vandermeulen
About Blake Vandermeulen
Blake Vandermeulen serves as the Chief Credit Officer at Paducah Bank, a position he has held since 2024. He has extensive experience in commercial banking, having previously worked as a Commercial Relationship Manager at both Paducah Bank and U.S. Bank.
Current Role at Paducah Bank
Blake Vandermeulen serves as the Chief Credit Officer at Paducah Bank, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the bank's credit policies and procedures, ensuring sound lending practices, and managing credit risk. His leadership contributes to the bank's overall financial health and stability.
Previous Experience at Paducah Bank
Prior to his current role, Blake Vandermeulen worked at Paducah Bank as a Commercial Relationship Manager from 2016 to 2024. During his tenure, he developed and managed commercial lending relationships, focusing on meeting the financial needs of businesses in the Paducah area.
Experience at U.S. Bank
Blake Vandermeulen spent 15 years at U.S. Bank, where he also held the position of Commercial Relationship Manager from 2001 to 2016. In this capacity, he was involved in managing client relationships and providing tailored financial solutions to commercial clients.
Education and Expertise
Blake Vandermeulen earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Kentucky, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in financial management and credit analysis.