Patricia Lowe
About Patricia Lowe
Patricia Lowe serves as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at WesBanco, where she has worked since 1990. With a background in human resources from both a community bank and a liberal arts college, she oversees corporate salary administration and advises on employee relations and staffing.
Work at WesBanco Bank
Patricia Lowe has served as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at WesBanco Bank since 1990. In her role, she oversees various aspects of human resources, including corporate salary administration. She supervises payroll, benefits, recruiting, and retention managers, ensuring that the bank's HR functions operate efficiently. Her extensive experience in the banking sector contributes to her ability to advise business partners and regional managers on employee relations, staffing, and policy issues.
Previous Experience at Bethany College
Before joining WesBanco Bank, Patricia Lowe worked at Bethany College as the Director of Human Resources from 1981 to 1990. During her nine-year tenure, she developed a strong foundation in human resources management within an academic environment. This role provided her with valuable experience in handling HR functions in a liberal arts college setting.
Education and Expertise
Patricia Lowe has a solid educational background in business. She studied at West Liberty University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from 1973 to 1976. She furthered her education at West Virginia University, obtaining a Master of Business Administration from 1983 to 1985. Her academic qualifications complement her extensive experience in human resources, allowing her to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations.
Human Resources Background
Patricia Lowe possesses a generalist background in human resources, having worked in both a multi-state community bank and an academic institution. This diverse experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of HR practices across different sectors. Her expertise includes overseeing employee relations, staffing, and policy issues, which are critical components of effective human resource management.