First National Bank of Pennsylvania, the largest subsidiary of F.N.B. Corporation, has appointed Frank Krieder as Regional President for the Bank's Northwest Region, serving eight counties in northwestern Pennsylvania and northeastern Ohio.

As Regional President, Krieder will be responsible for integrating First National Bank's successful cross-functional business model and developing business opportunities in the Northwest Region. He will also retain his current responsibilities as Executive Vice President of Community Commercial Banking, responsible for driving business development and revenue growth and for overseeing relationships with commercial clients.  Additionally, F.N.B. Equipment Finance, the companywide leasing division of First National Bank, will continue to report to Krieder.

"Frank has been an integral part of First National Bank's expansion in this region and beyond.  We are confident that his extensive knowledge of the area and our customer base will position F.N.B. for continued success," said John Williams, President of First National Bank.

Krieder added, "With sophisticated products and a deep understanding of the area, F.N.B. stands out from the competition with a genuine commitment to helping customers and communities thrive. I look forward to building on that commitment in the region to provide the products, services and expertise our customers need to achieve financial success."

Krieder has nearly 30 years of financial services experience, including 17 with First National Bank. He began his career working in corporate banking with National City Bank in northeastern Ohio. A resident of Hermitage, he is actively involved in the local community as Treasurer of the Strimbu Memorial Fund and as a panel member for a juvenile diversion program. He previously served as Director of the Shenango Valley Chamber of Commerce and as Director and President of the Mercer County Behavioral Health Commission. Krieder earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from the Pennsylvania State University.