Advantage Trust Company (ATC) has appointed Julie Beswick as its new President, marking a significant milestone in the company's leadership transition following the retirement of its founders, Mark and Julie Miller.
Beswick, who joined ATC in 2005, brings a unique combination of legal and financial expertise to her new role. A graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, she also holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Kansas. Before finding her calling in trust administration, Beswick practiced as an estate planning attorney.
"Julie's dedication to our clients, the company, and our staff is unwavering," said Brian Boyer, CEO and newly appointed Chairman of the Board. "This recognition is very much deserved, and we are excited to see what the future holds under Julie's continued leadership."
The appointment represents the culmination of a carefully planned leadership transition at ATC. Working alongside Boyer, Beswick has played a crucial role in maintaining organizational stability and growth following the Millers' departure from the firm they founded.
"I am honored that my contributions to ATC have been recognized by our Board of Directors," Beswick said. She specifically acknowledged Boyer's mentorship, describing his guidance as "invaluable" throughout her tenure at the company. "We have an amazingly talented team, and I look forward to working with every one of them to continue building on the exceptional foundation that Mark and Julie Miller built."
Outside of her professional duties, Beswick maintains strong ties to her alma mater as an avid University of Kansas basketball fan. She frequently attends games with her husband, Marc, and their three daughters.
The appointment comes at a time when trust companies are facing increasing demands for sophisticated wealth management and estate planning services, areas where Beswick's legal background and trust administration experience are expected to provide strategic advantages for the firm.
