Amerant Bank announced the appointment of Elliot Shafer as Senior Vice President, Head of Business Development on June 9, 2025. In this key role, Shafer will be responsible for supporting Amerant’s growth by identifying, evaluating, and pursuing business opportunities that align with the bank’s strategic objectives across all lines of business. His initiatives will focus on expanding Amerant Bank’s market presence in Florida.
Shafer brings extensive experience in commercial and business banking, having most recently served as Senior Vice President, Market Director at Huntington National Bank. Prior to that, he held middle market leadership roles for TCF Bank and its predecessor companies. His leadership is expected to help achieve strategic objectives and deliver value to clients.
Chairman and CEO Jerry Plush expressed confidence that Shafer's leadership will be instrumental in developing new opportunities and partnerships. This appointment further strengthens Amerant's business development team, reinforcing its commitment to organic growth and enhancing its influence in the communities it serves.
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