California Bank of Commerce, N.A., a wholly owned subsidiary of California BanCorp (NASDAQ: BCAL), announced the promotion of Michele Wirfel to Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, effective September 20, 2024. Wirfel succeeds Thomas Sa, who departed the organization.
Ms. Wirfel brings over 30 years of banking experience to her new role, having previously served as Chief Banking Officer at California Bank of Commerce for six years. Her long tenure with the predecessor California Bank of Commerce since 2007, holding various management positions, provides deep institutional knowledge.
This appointment is a key leadership change following the bank's recent merger, with Wirfel reporting directly to Chief Executive Officer Steven Shelton. Her leadership is expected to be instrumental in optimizing the bank's operational framework and integration efforts across its expanded statewide franchise.
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