LAKEPORT, Calif. – Savings Bank is welcoming Pete Dodson, vice president and commercial oan officer, to the Lakeport branch office.

Dodson lived in Lake County for 20 years before moving from the area in 2004.

“I’m excited to have the opportunity to return to Lake County and work for Savings Bank, a true community bank,” said Dodson. “I look forward to getting involved in the community once again and rekindle some old friendships.”

Being involved in the local activities is important to Dodson.

He was a charter member of the Kelseyville Sunrise Rotary Club and has been a Rotary member for more than 20 years.

Dodson also was a member of the Lake County Wine Alliance, the Kelseyville Pear Festival Committee and the Konocti Bay Sailing Club.  

He enjoys boating, golfing, and has a knack for fixing just about anything.

As a graduate of UC Davis, Dodson earned a bachelor of science degree in agricultural economics and business management.  

Prior to coming to Savings Bank, Dodson was an agricultural loan officer and vice president/commercial loan officer.

There are a number of challenges as well as opportunities that lay ahead for Lake County. Savings Bank said it is well positioned to play a vital role in the community’s success.

Dodson welcomes walk-in customers or those who just want to stop by and say hi.