Mathew Griesbach
About Mathew Griesbach
Mathew Griesbach serves as the Senior Vice President and Head of Aerospace & Defense Corporate Banking at City National Bank, a position he has held since 2018. With extensive experience in the banking sector, he has previously worked at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and GE Commercial Finance, and he has established a specialized division at City National Bank focused on the Aerospace & Defense industry.
Work at City National Bank
Mathew Griesbach has served as the Senior Vice President and Head of Aerospace & Defense Corporate Banking at City National Bank since 2018. In this role, he established the bank's Aerospace & Defense division from the ground up, showcasing his entrepreneurial skills. He has focused on creating and refining business processes to ensure prompt responses to client and prospect requests within the Aerospace & Defense sector. Griesbach has developed a unique industry-specific credit policy tailored for Aerospace & Defense companies and built a cohesive team of banking professionals with strong industry backgrounds.
Previous Experience in Aerospace & Defense Banking
Before joining City National Bank, Mathew Griesbach worked at Bank of America Merrill Lynch for several years in various roles. He served as Senior Vice President and Co-Head of Aerospace & Defense from 2013 to 2018, and prior to that, he held positions as Director and Vice President in Corporate Debt Products. His extensive experience in corporate banking has equipped him with a deep understanding of the Aerospace & Defense industry and its financial needs.
Education and Expertise
Mathew Griesbach earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Notre Dame, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in finance and banking. Griesbach's expertise lies in corporate banking, particularly within the Aerospace & Defense sector, where he has developed specialized knowledge in credit policies and business processes.
Career Background in Finance
Griesbach's career in finance began at Bank of America, where he worked as a Credit Analyst from 1998 to 2000. He progressed through various roles at Bank of America and GE Commercial Finance, including Assistant Vice President and Risk Manager for Semiconductor Investments. His diverse experience across multiple financial institutions has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of corporate finance and risk management.