04/22/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/22/2025 14:24
Item 8.01 Other Events
Jay T. McCamic, a director of WesBanco, Inc. (NASDAQ:WSBC), passed away on April 18, 2025, after a long illness. Mr. McCamic served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Corporation since January 1, 2003, and was Chairman of the Nominating Committee of the Corporation, as well as a member of both the Loan Review Committee and the Trust Committee of the Bank.
Over his 22 years of service to WesBanco, Mr. McCamic brought deep legal expertise, sound judgement and a shareholder-focused perspective that made him a valued and respected voice on our Board. His extensive legal background-spanning over four decades of civil and criminal practice-was especially impactful in supporting the Corporation in a highly regulated industry. Additionally, his multi-jurisdiction legal work enabled him to provide valuable insight into diverse economic and market trends across the Bank's footprint.
Mr. McCamic's previous experience on the boards of American Bancorporation and its wholly owned subsidiary, Wheeling National Bank, acquired by WesBanco on March 1, 2002, further enriched his contributions to the Corporation.
A graduate of the University of North Carolina and West Virginia University College of Law, Mr. McCamic practiced for law for 41 years and was the owner of McCamic Law Firm, PLLC, concentrating on criminal defense, plaintiff's civil litigation, and civil rights. He was recognized as "learned counsel" in federal capital cases and earned multiple awards for his service to the legal system and civic causes, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Federal Capital Trial Project.
Prior to his legal career, Mr. McCamic served in the United States Marine Corps, achieving the rank of Captain and later serving as Commanding Officer of his local Marine Corps Reserve Unit.
We are grateful for Mr. McCamic's service and dedication to WesBanco, the field of law, and his community. We extend our thanks and condolences to his wife of 49 years, Jimmie Ann McCamic and their two sons, Jeremy and Nathan McCamic.