Margo Butsch will be retiring from her position as executive vice president and chief credit officer at Heritage Bank of Commerce after eight years with the bank.

“On behalf of the board of directors and the management team, we express our sincerest gratitude to Margo for her loyal service with our company,” Clay Jones, president and CEO of Heritage Bank of Commerce, said. “Her leadership has been integral in enhancing our credit structure and maintaining our high standards for safety and soundness. We wish her all the very best in her well-deserved retirement.”

Heritage Bank of Commerce will appoint a new chief credit officer following an internal and external executive search.

“Margo has created a strong team and a solid credit culture that will allow for a smooth transition to her successor,” Jones said.