James Cannariato
James Cannariato is Senior Relationship Manager for Western Alliance Bank's Food, Agriculture and Beverage Group.
Based in Sacramento, California, Mr. Cannariato joined the bank in 2024 with over a decade of experience in the food, agriculture and beverage segment, adding bench strength as the bank expands its industry footprint nationwide. He was previously a relationship manager at Bank of America for over a decade, where he led a team supporting mid-sized companies in the food and agriculture sector. He has deep expertise in commercial credit underwriting, business development, relationship management and developing complex financial solutions for the industry.
Outside of his role at Western Alliance Bank, Mr. Cannariato volunteers at Loaves and Fishes in Sacramento and mentors youth at his church. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Finance from Seattle Pacific University.
Western Alliance Bank
With more than $80 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 2024 by American Banker and Bank Director and receiving #1 rankings on Extel’s (formerly Institutional Investor’s) All-America Executive Team Midcap 2024 for Best CEO, Best CFO and Best Company Board of Directors. 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.
