Oregon Bancorp, Inc., parent company of Willamette Valley Bank, announced the appointment of Ryan Dempster as President and Board member of both companies effective January 1, 2019. Mr. Dempster, who began serving as the Bank’s Chief Financial Offizcer shortly after he joined the Bank in 2007, will assume responsibility for day-to-day operations while retaining his duties as Chief Financial Officer. Neil Grossnicklaus, who has served as the Bank’s President and Chief Executive Officer since 2001, will continue as Chief Executive Officer and lead the institution’s strategic direction. Mr. Dempster has been active member of the Salem community since earning his Business Administration degree from Corban University and serves as a Board member for several non-profit organizations.