Exchange Bank announces Kevin Bender as senior vice president and chief banking officer, reporting to Troy Sanderson, president and chief executive officer. Kevin assumes responsibility for leading the Retail Banking team, Deposit and Lending Operations and Electronic Banking. His primary focus will be further enhancing Exchange Bank’s commitment to providing a fully integrated customer-centric community banking experience.
Kevin brings over 40 years of banking expertise to Exchange Bank, most recently as the head of Branch Banking with Poppy Bank. His prior experience includes serving as the president and CEO of a new bank under formation and chief operating officer and chief information officer at the former American River Bank.
Kevin earned his undergraduate degree and MBA at California State University, Sacramento, and is a graduate of the Pacific Coast Banking School at the University of Washington. Active in his community, Kevin is on the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters and has served on committees and boards of other nonprofits over the years.
“Kevin’s diverse and extensive banking experience gives him a unique perspective, and his leadership style is a great fit with Exchange Bank’s values,” said Troy Sanderson, president and CEO. “We are excited to have this seasoned and talented community banker join the Exchange Bank team.”
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