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Alan Wright

Senior Vice President Commercial & Industrial Banking

Alan Wright is a senior vice president, commercial and industrial banking at Western Alliance Bank. He is responsible for cultivating banking relationships that meet the needs of middle market manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, service and not-for-profit businesses.

Mr. Wright joined Western Alliance Bank in 2024 with over 30 years of experience in middle market banking, with particular expertise in credit and financial analysis. With additional background in real estate and as an executive in a multimillion-dollar organization, he delivers insightful, strategic solutions and exceptional client service.

Based in Los Angeles, Mr. Wright joined Western Alliance Bank in 2024. He is a board member emeritus for Habitat for Humanity Greater Los Angeles and received the President’s Volunteer Service Award from President Barack Obama for his volunteer efforts. Additionally, he is active in the UCLA Alumni Association, Graziadio School of Business at Pepperdine University Alumni Association and National Black MBA Association.

Mr. Wright earned a Master of Business Administration with a focus in Finance from the Graziadio Business School at Pepperdine University, a Bachelor of Science in History, and a Bachelor of Arts in African American Studies from the University of California, Los Angeles. He holds certifications in accounting and real estate development and is a licensed California real estate broker.

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Western Alliance Bank

With more than $70 billion in assets, Western Alliance Bancorporation is one of the country’s top-performing banking companies. Its primary subsidiary, Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, offers a full spectrum of tailored commercial banking solutions and consumer products, all delivered with outstanding service by banking and mortgage experts who put customers first. Major accolades include being ranked as a top U.S. bank in 2023 by American Banker and Bank Director and receiving #1 rankings on Institutional Investor's All-America Executive Team Midcap 2023-2024 for Best CEO, Best CFO, Best Company Board of Directors and Best Investor Relations Team. Serving clients across the country wherever business happens, Western Alliance Bank operates individual, full-service banking and financial brands with offices in key markets nationwide.