West Shore Bank's Commercial Team is built to serve the community. From small equipment or Lines of Credit to large capital needs and real estate investment and everything else in between, we handle it all.
Meet Our Business Lenders
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Local people helping local business.
Having a partner that understands the community in which you run your business matters. At West Shore Bank you can work with a local lender who lives in your market and is invested in your success.
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John Clark
NMLS# 1474673
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Ryan Popa
NMLS# 1853097
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Lori VanAntwerp
NMLS# 2415692
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Jordan Solowiej
NMLS# 815134
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Bobby Fisher
NMLS# 414404
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Josh VerVoort
NMLS #1182208
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Jimmy Chestnut
NMLS #2772354
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John M. Clark
SVP Senior Lending Officer, NMLS# 1474673 - Muskegon
John is a Jackson, Michigan native who relocated to West Michigan in 1985. He received his undergraduate degree from Ferris State University in 1984 and his MBA from Western Michigan University in 1989. His Banking career started in 1984 as a Commercial Credit Analyst and shortly thereafter John was promoted to Assistant Vice President/Commercial Loan Officer.
John left banking in 1991 when he acquired a local manufacturing company. He and a partner managed the original company along with two other acquisitions over a fifteen-year period before selling the businesses in 2006. After the sale of his business, John re-entered Commercial Banking in 2006 and in 2008 became Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer at his previous bank.
In 2015, John joined West Shore Bank as Senior Vice President/Senior Lending Officer. He maintains his own Commercial Loan portfolio while also managing the bank’s other nine Commercial Loan Officers.
His background in managing and owning a business for many years (or as his customers call it – “working on the other side of the desk”) together with his commercial banking background allow for a unique perspective when putting together loans for his customers.
John enjoys anything outdoors. In 2015, he climbed Mt. Holy Cross in the Rockies – ascending to 14,005 feet. He spends most of his free time with his family. Coming from a family of six siblings, his wife from a family of eight siblings, with five children, ten grandchildren and many in-laws and nieces and nephews most of his holidays, weekends and vacations are a blur!
Ryan Popa
VP Commercial Lender, NMLS#1853097 - Traverse City
Ryan is a Traverse City native, born and raised. Growing up he was actively involved in sports of all kinds, in and outside of school, which allowed him to build relationships and be a part of a team from a very early age. Ryan later attended Western Michigan University where he received his bachelor’s degree in accountancy in 2010.
Shortly after, he returned home where he would lay down his roots and officially begin his career in banking as a commercial credit analyst at a community bank. This opportunity played a fundamental role in his growth both personally and professionally. It was easy for Ryan to see the value in working for a local community bank simply because it aligned perfectly with who he was and is as a person. It supported his core values, the way he was raised by his family, and he knew it would lay a strong foundation for all his choices and decision-making moving forward.
Ryan has a unique perspective on banking having served in many different capacities including the roles of a commercial credit analyst, personal banker, client service manager, and eventually commercial loan officer from years 2010 – the present day. This widespread knowledge of the industry allows him to transition from one area to the next with ease, instilling confidence and trust in his clients, which lets him focus his time on the heart of what he loves, which is providing great service and building client relationships.
An avid outdoorsman, Ryan spends a lot of his free time hunting, fishing, golfing, boating, and of course, spending time with his family and close friends. These are things he is very passionate about and would not find nearly as much joy in them if he were not sharing the experiences with the people he loves. He and his wife, Brianna, grew up together and they have two kids, Henry and Grace.
Lori VanAntwerp
VP Commercial Lender, NMLS# 2415692 - Traverse City
Lori VanAntwerp was born and raised in Traverse City. She then moved to East Lansing, earning a bachelor’s degree in finance from Michigan State University. She returned to TC shortly after graduation, having a better appreciation of the beauty of the area and a deep desire to raise her family where she grew up. She has 3 children and spent many weekends driving around the state for hockey tournaments and practices. Two of her 3 children have graduated from college and learning the fun of ‘adulting’. Her youngest will be a senior at TC Christian School.
Lori has been in banking for almost 30 years – spending most of her career in Commercial & Business Banking. Small Business owners wear many hats and she appreciates the opportunity to work alongside them, funding growth opportunities, finding lending solutions and assisting with cash management and fraud prevention services. She enjoys being on the water, hiking, and volunteering with Impact 100 and Safe Harbor of Grand Traverse. She also does budget coaching in her spare time…she loves spreadsheets!
Jordan Solowiej
VP Commercial Loan Officer, NMLS# 815134 - Manistee
Jordan is a Traverse City, Michigan, native who relocated to the Manistee County area in 2004. He is a graduate of Northwood University with a BBA in Marketing Management, an AA in Business Management and an AA in Entertainment, Sports, Promotion and Management. He also graduated from the Michigan Bankers Association / Risk Management Association Commercial Lending School through Michigan State University and the Robert M. Perry School of Banking through Central Michigan University, where he was awarded the ‘First Place’ Bank Simulation Award. He began his career in Banking in 2004 as a Credit Analyst and shortly thereafter was promoted to Commercial Loan Officer.
Jordan manages a diverse portfolio that includes clients involved in retail, manufacturing, investment real estate, auto sales, construction, medical, hospitality, food and beverage, brewery, agricultural, and the trucking industries, to name a few.
Jordan along with his four daughters, Zoe, Willa, Ellie and Harper resides in Onekama, Michigan, where they enjoy spending time with family and friends, going to the beach, hiking, spending time outdoors, skiing, sledding, cooking and taking random adventures with their three dogs, Avett, Scout and Mac.
Sara Spore
VP Commercial Lender
Ludington NLMS#2772495
Sara, a Mason County native and Mason County Central graduate, is a seasoned banking professional with expertise in finance, business management, and operational leadership. She holds a Master’s in Accounting from Davenport University and is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin’s Graduate School of Banking.
Sara began her career in banking as a credit analyst and progressed to a lender role, developing extensive experience in evaluating and structuring loans for businesses. She later expanded her skill set in the transportation industry, managing and running a transportation company and strengthening her leadership and operational expertise.
At West Shore Bank, Sara leverages her financial knowledge and hands-on business experience to help clients achieve their goals. Known for her strategic insight and approachable style, she is dedicated to building strong relationships and providing thoughtful guidance to businesses and entrepreneurs.
Sara lives in Manistee with her fiancé, Chris, their children — Sophia, Kara, Liam, and Emmy — and their two dogs. In her free time, she enjoys outdoor activities and supporting her children in their sports and pursuits.
Darla Jones
VP Commercial Loan Officer, NMLS# 872336 - Ludington
Darla Jones is a Bear Lake, Michigan, native, currently residing in Manistee, Michigan.
Darla received an Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree from WSCC, a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from Davenport University and a Master of Business Administration from Davenport University. Additionally, she is a graduate of the Robert M. Perry School of Banking from Northern Michigan University.She has expansive banking experience including Financial Center Management, Consumer Lending, Commercial Portfolio Management, Commercial Credit Analysis & Underwriting, and Commercial Lending.
In her role as a Commercial Lender with West Shore Bank, Darla is genuinely focused on providing exceptional service and guidance to customers to help them with their banking needs. She believes that lending solutions are multi-faceted and evolve throughout business life cycles. Furthermore, highly valuing relationships that are formed and establishing life-long connections with customers.
In her spare time, Darla enjoys spending time outdoors, walking with her Boxer dogs, reading, and traveling.
Bobby Fisher
VP Commercial Loan Officer, NMLS#414404 - Muskegon
Bobby Fisher has been in banking since he was in high school. His first job was as a part-time teller in high school. He continued to excel in banking as a commercial lender and branch manager in the Big Rapids area for 10 years after graduating from Calvin College with his business degree in 2006. Upon earning his MBA from Michigan State University in 2016, Bobby relocated to Muskegon where he worked as a Senior Lender, joining West Shore Bank in 2020.
Bobby’s strong understanding of small businesses assists him in growing and serving businesses in the Muskegon area. He believes in structuring deals to best meet the needs and goals of each business he works with. Bobby also has knowledge of a wide-range of lending programs, helping him deliver results in diverse situations.
Spending time with family, especially his wife and two kids, is Bobby’s favorite pastime aside from traveling, sports, yoga, woodworking and indulging in quality food.
Josh VerVoort
VP Commercial Lending
NMLS#1182208 Muskegon
Josh is a Northeast Michigan native who relocated to West Michigan in 2008. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Central Michigan University in 2002. He began his career in banking in 2004 as an Investment Representative and in 2008 as a Branch Manager. Josh spent the majority of his banking career in this capacity until 2023, when he made the change to Commercial Lender.
Josh’s understanding of investments, retail banking and commercial lending gives him a wide breadth of experience to draw upon when helping local business grow and strive. Tailoring solutions that best fit the unique needs of each business is his primary goal.
In his free time, Josh enjoys watching sports, playing golf, fishing and spending time with his family. His three children are very active in sports, which keeps Josh and his wife, Janelle, extremely busy when not at work.
Jimmy Chestnut
AVP Commercial Lender
NMLS# 2772354 Traverse City
Jimmy Chestnut is a Commercial Lender with over a decade of experience in business banking and commercial finance. He began his career with a concentration in Small Business Administration (SBA) lending and has since developed a broad expertise in providing strategic financing solutions to businesses across a variety of industries. Jimmy is committed to fostering long-term client relationships and delivering personalized lending strategies that support sustainable growth.
Originally from the Lansing area, Jimmy relocated to Traverse City following his graduation from Grand Valley State University in 2014, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus in finance. His deep understanding of the regional market and dedication to client success have positioned him as a trusted financial partner within the Northern Michigan business community.
Outside of work, Jimmy enjoys spending time with his wife, Julie, and their children, Emma and Lucas. He is an avid golfer, a devoted fan of Detroit sports – particularly the Lions – and values quality time with family and friends.
Damon Tondu
AVP Commercial Lending, NMLS#757266 - Frankfort
Damon Tondu is Frankfort, Michigan native, joined West Shore Bank in 2016 and has over thirty years of banking experience. He is responsible for developing new commercial loan and deposit business, as well as managing existing loans for the Bank, working out of the Frankfort Branch.
Damon holds a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Finance from University of North Texas, Denton TX. Damon’s community involvement includes serving as a Trustee for the Frankfort Scholarship Fund. He is a past Board member of the Frankfort Elberta Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Frankfort Brownfield Redevelopment Authority.
Damon resides in Frankfort, MI with his wife Nancy, and spends most of his free time with his family.