Chuck Parcher Becomes CEO of Civista Bancshares as Dennis Shaffer Retires
Civista Bancshares has completed its leadership transition, naming Charles A. 'Chuck' Parcher as President and Chief Executive Officer effective August 31, 2026. This follows the retirement of Dennis G. Shaffer after more than four decades in banking and over a year serving as CEO. Shaffer will remain Chairman of the Board while continuing to serve on Civista's board. Parcher has been with Civista since 2016, previously holding leadership roles at other regional banks such as FirstMerit and Huntington Bank. The succession process began in January 2025 when he was named President of Civista Bank. Parcher emphasized his commitment to maintaining the company's strong performance and growth strategies while building on Shaffer’s legacy. During Shaffer's tenure, Civista improved its financial position and maintained independence despite industry challenges.
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