First Foundation Bank announced the appointment of Stuart Bernstein as Executive Vice President, Chief Banking Officer, effective August 11, 2025. In this new role, Mr. Bernstein will be responsible for overseeing the bank’s consumer services, business banking, and private client strategy. This appointment is a key step in the company's ongoing banking evolution.
Mr. Bernstein brings over 25 years of leadership experience across various banking sectors, including consumer banking, wealth management, and lending. His previous roles include serving as Head of Branch and Private Client at Santander Bank, where he managed a network of 500 branches and significant deposit and client asset portfolios. He also spent over a decade at MUFG Union Bank in executive positions.
CEO Thomas C. Shafer highlighted Mr. Bernstein's extensive experience in leading multi-billion-dollar banking operations and his focus on talent development and client engagement. This strategic hire is expected to accelerate the momentum of First Foundation's transformation and strengthen its client-centric approach across its diverse service offerings.
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