With more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Jerry Sutherin serves as Chief Executive Officer of Young & Associates. Since purchasing the company in February 2018, he has led its day-to-day operations and corporate planning, guiding the organization’s strategic direction and continued service to financial institutions nationwide.

In addition to his executive responsibilities, Jerry works directly with clients across the United States, providing strategic planning, commercial real estate (CRE) and agricultural stress testing, and a range of other consultative services tailored to their operational and risk management needs.

Before joining Young & Associates, Jerry developed extensive leadership experience in credit administration, loan review, and portfolio management. His roles ranged from supervising the asset quality and loan review function at a large regional bank to managing a $2.5 billion loan portfolio. In these capacities, he was responsible for portfolio performance, credit quality, and departmental efficiency, developing a practical understanding of the challenges financial institutions face in balancing growth, risk, and sound operations.

Jerry holds a National Loan Review Certification from the Bank Administration Institute and graduated with honors from the Stonier Graduate School of Banking. His academic background also includes a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Kent State University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Steubenville. Together, his professional experience, industry credentials, and formal education support a leadership approach grounded in disciplined credit practices, strategic insight, and responsive client service.