Grier Ross
About Grier Ross
Grier Ross serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer for the Commercial Banking Division at City National Bank, a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in the banking sector, he previously worked at Wells Fargo in various senior roles and has a background in finance and customer relations.
Current Role at City National Bank
Grier Ross serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer for the Commercial Banking Division at City National Bank. He has held this position since 2021 and is based in Los Angeles, California. In this role, he oversees lending operations and strategies, contributing to the bank's growth and client service initiatives.
Previous Experience at Wells Fargo
Prior to his current role, Grier Ross worked at Wells Fargo for a total of seven years in various capacities. He served as the Senior Vice President and Loan Team Manager from 2013 to 2020 in Los Angeles. He also held the position of Vice President and Senior Relationship Manager from 2006 to 2012 in Woodland Hills, and as the Senior Vice President and Market Credit Lead for 11 months in 2020.
Career Background in Banking
Grier Ross has a diverse background in the banking sector, starting his career as a Teller at US Bank from 1996 to 1998 in the Eugene, Oregon area. He later worked at Comerica Bank as a Commercial Relationship Manager from 2002 to 2006 in City Of Industry, California, and at First Tech Federal Credit Union as a New Accounts Representative from 1998 to 1999 in the Portland, Oregon area.
Education and Certifications
Grier Ross pursued higher education at the University of Oregon, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1994 to 1998. He furthered his education by obtaining a certificate from UCLA, studying from 2004 to 2006. This educational background supports his extensive experience in the banking industry.
Additional Work Experience
In addition to his banking career, Grier Ross worked at Monster as a Sales Manager from 1999 to 2001 in the Greater Los Angeles Area. His varied experiences across different roles and industries contribute to his comprehensive understanding of client needs and market dynamics.