Kimberley Harless, Regional Retail Manager at First United Bank & Trust, is excited to announce John Hetrick as Community Office Manager of the Deep Creek Lake Office.
With over two decades of financial industry expertise, Hetrick is poised to enhance the bank’s commitment to personalized financial guidance and operational excellence. His leadership style emphasizes clear communication, goal-setting, and performance monitoring, key elements in fostering a productive and client-focused environment.
Hetrick joined First United as a Wealth Advisor in September 2022. Prior to that, he held several leadership roles in the banking sector, including Financial Center Manager and Financial Center Operations Manager. His previous banking experience was marked by consistent success in exceeding sales goals while maintaining high customer satisfaction scores.
Beyond his professional achievements, Hetrick is deeply involved in his community, serving on executive boards for the Rotary Golf Club, the Golf Club at Oakland, and the Oak Park Church of the Brethren.
“We’re thrilled to welcome John to the Lake office,” Harless said. “His accomplishments reflect his dedication to both team development and client outcomes, making him a valuable asset to the bank’s team. We’re confident his leadership and experience will further strengthen our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our clients.”
Hetrick will be located at First United Bank & Trust’s Lake office and can be reached at 301-387-5500 or jhetrick@MyBank.com
Member of FDIC. First United Corporation operates one full-service commercial bank, First United Bank & Trust. The Bank, which is celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2025, has a network of community offices in Garrett, Allegany, Washington, and Frederick counties in Maryland, as well as Mineral, Berkeley, and Monongalia counties in West Virginia. First United’s website can be located at MyBank.com. As of 6/30/2025, the corporation posted assets of $2 billion.