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Blue Ridge Bankshares CEO Billy Beale retires; Harry Golliday appointed Interim CEO
BLUE RIDGE BANKSHARES, INC.
- G. William Beale stepped down as President and CEO effective March 6, 2026, under a Retirement Agreement.
- Retirement package: 2025 bonus, vesting of 18,542 restricted shares, $180,478 lump sum, and $84,004 monthly for 12 months.
- Harry Golliday (62), former Chief Credit Officer, appointed Interim CEO and President; has 40+ years banking experience.
- Beale oversaw exit from OCC Consent Order in November 2025 and return to profitability.
- Golliday's employment agreement: $325,000 base salary, up to 30% bonus, and severance terms.