FORT WAYNE, IN, October 28, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Dawn A. Clopton, MPA, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. Clopton is recognized for her dedication to community development and banking, marked by a steadfast commitment to advancing equal access to financial services and investments in underserved communities. Since 2025, she has served as the vice president and regional community development officer at WesBanco Bank, where she provides leadership in ensuring equitable lending practices and spearheads investments that foster economic growth across diverse populations. In this capacity, Ms. Clopton played a pivotal role in facilitating a $3.5 million investment with an organization dedicated to affordable housing. This milestone enabled the organization to continue its vital operations and expand its impact within the community.

Before being acquired by WesBanco, Ms. Clopton was the vice president of community development at Premier Bank from 2018 to 2025. During her tenure, she developed and implemented strategies to increase financial inclusion, focusing on outreach initiatives that empowered individuals from marginalized backgrounds to access essential banking services.

From 2010 to 2018, Ms. Clopton excelled as the senior loan specialist for the City of Fort Wayne in Community Development in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In this role, she managed projects aimed at revitalizing neighborhoods and supporting local economic initiatives.

Ms. Clopton earned a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in public administration with a concentration in nonprofit and public organization management from Indiana University Bloomington. In addition to her formal education, she completed student success mentor training through Mentor Collective in 2024. This certification enhanced Ms. Clopton's mentoring abilities via technology and human connection.

Beyond her education, Ms. Clopton maintains active participation in several industry-related organizations. She serves as the vice chair of the Fort Wayne Urban League, is a member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, is president for the Fort Wayne Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. and is president of the Greater Fort Wayne National Pan-Hellenic Council. Her civic engagement is further evidenced by board membership with Wellspring Interfaith and volunteer work Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, among other organizations.

Throughout her career, Ms. Clopton has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in lending and investment strategies that benefit all communities. Her expertise is widely recognized within the industry, earning her respect as a leader committed to inclusive economic progress. Ms. Clopton's contributions have been recognized with several honors, including the Champions of Change Award from Greater Fort Wayne, Inc. in 2025 winning the Corporate Award from among top individuals in northeast Allen County, Indiana in 2025.

Ms. Clopton attributes her achievements primarily to her faith, which she believes has guided her path and inspired her dedication to service. Looking ahead, she plans to continue developing a new nonprofit organization focused on economic development, aiming to establish it as a thriving entity supported by multiple community partners throughout Fort Wayne. Through this endeavor, Ms. Clopton seeks to help individuals achieve greater financial stability so they may meet their basic needs without uncertainty about their future.

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