Matt Edwards joined the Western Alliance Bank team in 2022, bringing nearly two decades of experience to his role as national payables leader.
In his role, Mr. Edwards leverages his extensive experience in merchant services, supplier enablement, commercial card account management and card sales to lead Western Alliance Bank’s commercial card team. He helped direct the launch of the bank’s first ePayables system and supplier enablement campaign to deliver the bank’s streamlined, cost-efficient card program to customers. Prior to joining Western Alliance Bank, he held leadership roles at BBVA USA, most recently serving as vice president, supplier enablement manager.
Mr. Edwards holds a Bachelor of Science in Global Business and Marketing from Arizona State University West, graduating cum laude.
First Independent Bank
First Independent Bank, a division of Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, delivers relationship banking that puts clients at the center of everything. Founded in 1999, First Independent Bank offers a full spectrum of tailored commercial banking solutions delivered with outstanding service. With offices in Reno, Sparks, Carson City and Fallon, First Independent Bank is part of Western Alliance Bancorporation, which has more than $80 billion in assets. Major accolades include being ranked as a top U.S. bank in 2024 by American Banker and Bank Director. As a regional bank with significant national capabilities, First Independent Bank delivers the reach, resources and local market expertise that make a difference for customers.
