Relationship Officers
Our Relationship Officers want to help you with your unique banking needs. Whether it’s business loans or understanding your specific treasury management needs, we want to understand your business and find a custom fit solution. Our team is committed to your success. Call or email us today.
Andy Bennett
Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Team Leader
About Andy
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Andy Bennett
Senior Vice President,
Commercial Lending Team Leader
I’m here to help: 503-905-2229
Andy is an experienced commercial lender with expertise in assisting business owners, nonprofits, and real estate investors to achieve their goals. Financing specialties include commercial real estate, operating lines, and equipment financing. Andy earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Oregon and is a graduate of the Western Banking School’s Commercial Lending program. He began his business banking career in the 1990’s and joined Pacific West Bank in 2011. As a native Oregonian, Andy has chosen to work exclusively with community and business-focused banks to work more closely with small businesses and crafting custom financing solutions for his clients. Andy has served in community leadership roles including the Rotary Club of Wilsonville and multiple Chambers of Commerce. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for both the Risk Management Association and the Valley Development Initiatives Board through the Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments.
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Kristin Bauer
Senior Vice President, Commercial Banking Team Leader
About Kristin
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Kristin Bauer
Senior Vice President,
Commercial Banking Team Leader
I’m here to help: 503-912-2072
Kristin joins PWB as SVP, Commercial Banking Team Leader with 20 years combined experience in Banking and Treasury Management. She believes in delivering exceptional service customized to the unique needs of each of our clients. Her passion extends to supporting relationships with businesses, municipalities, and nonprofit organizations to build synergies and solve for success. Kristin currently serves as a board member for Serendipity Center as well as the Good Neighbor Center. She is also an alumna of Gonzaga University, Willamette University MBA program, and has earned the Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) designation. Outside of the office, Kristin enjoys golf, Oregon wines, and spending time outdoors with her husband and sons.
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Robert Greenawald
Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Team Leader
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Robert Greenawald
Senior Vice President,
Commercial Lending Team Leader
I’m here to help: 360-335-2753
Robbie joined Pacific West Bank in 2023 to assist with the expansion into the Vancouver market. With 23 years of commercial banking experience, Robbie works primarily with small to mid-size businesses and offers a more consultative approach. His focus has been on commercial real estate and commercial and industrial lending, offering a balanced approach to his customers. He is currently the team leader for the newly formed Vancouver team and is involved in all facets of the lending process. Robbie earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Oregon State University, where he focused on finance and economics while participating in athletics. He is involved with local committees and volunteers time with non-profit organizations. In his spare time, he enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and two teenage boys as well as golfing with friends.
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Carol Warneke
Senior Vice President, Business Development Officer
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Carol Warneke
Senior Vice President,
Business Development Officer
I’m here to help: 503-816-1333
Carol joined Pacific West Bank in October 2018 and has been in the Portland commercial banking market for over 30 years with most of that time spent working for community banks. Carol thrives on finding the right solutions for each client while serving them with integrity and delivering exceptional customer service. Carol works with many local businesses with a focus on women professionals and nonprofit organizations. She looks forward to continuing her business development efforts in the Greater Portland Area with an expanded focus on working with businesses in Lake Oswego, Tualatin and West Linn. Carol has served on numerous nonprofit boards and committees and as a volunteer.
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Michele Baker
Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Officer
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Michele Baker
Senior Vice President,
Commercial Lending Officer
I’m here to help: 503-905-2221
Michele joined Pacific West Bank in December 2014, she has been a banking relationship manager for over 25 years in the West Linn, Lake Oswego and Portland markets. As Commercial Lending Officer, Michele brings to the Bank a strong background in finance, business lending, and credit underwriting. Her experience working with a variety of business owners results in establishing long-lasting banking relationships which help our clients to grow and succeed. Michele enjoys being active in our community, including current and past executive, board and volunteer positions with the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce, Business Alliance, Oregon Dressage Society, United Way and the OSU Master Gardener program.
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Justin White
Vice President, Commercial Lending Officer
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Justin White
Vice President,
Commercial Lending Officer
I’m here to help: 360-635-1761
Justin joined Pacific West Bank in 2023 as a Vice President, Commercial Banking Officer. He has over 20 years of experience in banking, including 10 years of relationship management in Commercial Banking. Justin takes a detailed management approach, which has been very successful while primarily focusing on Commercial and Industrial lending. His customers see the value he brings which has led to his success as a C&I lender. As a Vancouver, WA native, Justin enjoys supporting the community he grew up in and focuses his strengths on assisting and supporting business and people to help affect change.
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Jeff Ahrend
Vice President, Commercial Banking Officer
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Jeff Ahrend
Vice President,
Commercial Banking Officer
I’m here to help: 503-886-9545
Jeff joined Pacific West Bank in 2023 as a Vice President, Commercial Banking Officer. He has over 30 years of experience in banking, including 17 years of relationship management in Commercial Banking. Jeff excels at providing his customers with an outstanding customer service experience. As a native Oregonian, Jeff has been active over the years coaching youth sports and is currently the Head Girls Basketball Coach at Columbia Christian High School.
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Carissa Fedchenko
Vice President, Commercial Lending Officer Business Development
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Carissa Fedchenko
Vice President,
Commercial Lending Officer Business Development
I’m here to help: 503-567-5700
Carissa joined PWB in 2021 with over 12 years of experience banking in the Portland metro area. She sets herself apart by being knowledgeable, responsive, and flexible. She is a relationship-focused lender who works with local business owners and investors to help them accomplish their goals. She also enjoys working with an array of professionals in the community. This allows her to be a resource for her clients, bringing them value often beyond just banking needs. When she's not working, she can be found outdoors enjoying the beautiful PNW or traveling.
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Teva Adkins
Vice President, Regional Branch Manager
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Teva Adkins
Vice President,
Regional Branch Manager
I’m here to help: 503-905-2255
Teva joined Pacific West Bank in November 2018. She has more than 10 years of experience in commercial banking in the Portland Metro area. As Regional Branch Manager, she is dedicated and focused on providing exceptional client service and providing deposit solutions for her clients. She manages a deposit portfolio of clients. She offers a welcoming and individualized approach as she understands each client has their own unique needs. Teva graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in Spanish. She enjoys traveling and has lived in both Japan and Mexico.
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Mike Venti
Vice President, Commercial Portfolio Officer
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Mike Venti
Vice President,
Commercial Portfolio Officer
I’m here to help: 503-905-2222
With 30 years of Retail Banking experience, Mike is adept at positive client relationships and creating cohesive and high-performing teams. Mike leads our West Linn office as the Commercial Branch Manager. Mike has been active in the community throughout his career, mostly engaging in local chambers, Rotary and nonprofit volunteerism. When not at work, Mike enjoys baseball games with friends, golf, traveling, and particularly, time with his wife and his two adult children who live in the Portland area.
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Jason Scott
Vice President, Commercial Relationship Officer
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Jason Scott
Vice President,
Commercial Relationship Officer
I’m here to help: 503-912-2048
Jason comes to Pacific West Bank with over 33 years of experience in the banking industry, 17 of those specifically in Treasury Management, as well as holding the esteemed Certified Treasury Professional designation. His depth of experience in banking and commitment to finding solutions with a personal touch provide for a wealth of benefit to his client relationships. He is a Pacific Northwest native and proud resident of the Rose City. He was born and raised in Vancouver, studied architecture at the University of Oregon, and has lived in Portland ever since. Jason is a longtime supporter of our local arts and nonprofit community. He previously served as Treasurer & Board President of Portland Festival Symphony for many years. In his free time, he enjoys gardening, quality time with friends, and escaping to his home away from home in sunny Puerto Vallarta whenever possible during the winter and spring seasons.
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Andrew Lyle
Vice President, Commercial Portfolio Manager
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Andrew Lyle
Vice President,
Commercial Portfolio Manager
I’m here to help: 503-905-2215
Andrew has over 10 years of commercial banking experience in Texas, Alaska, and the Pacific Northwest. He has financed a wide array of commercial transactions, with a focus on land development, residential construction, commercial construction, and stabilized multi-family real estate. He is a graduate of Lewis & Clark College in southwest Portland. He spent a year abroad studying in Munich and taught English at a middle school in Leipzig, Germany. In his free time Andrew enjoys playing folk music, watching soccer, and keeping up with his German language skills.
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Leadership
Terry Peterson
Chief Executive Officer
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Terry Peterson
Chief Executive Officer
I’m here to help: 503-905-2217
Terry joined Pacific West Bank as CEO in 2018 and has over thirty-five years of experience leading and growing three Community Banks in the Pacific Northwest and California. He is responsible for the overall strategy and operational performance of Pacific West Bank. Terry is also an investor in Pacific West Bancorp and serves on the Pacific West Bancorp and Pacific West Bank Board of Directors. He and his wife are pleased to call Oregon their home, where they have three adult sons all living in Portland.
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Jason Wessling, CPA
President, Chief Financial Officer
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Jason Wessling, CPA
President,
Chief Financial Officer
I’m here to help: 503-912-2101
Jason joined Pacific West Bank as CFO in February 2019 and is a highly experienced CPA who has spent the past two decades working in the banking industry. Currently, he holds the positions of Bank President and CFO, he has excelled as a Bank executive for the past 7 years. He was recognized as CFO of the Year by the Portland Business Journal in 2021. He is a key leader in driving the Bank's Digital Division strategy, which has helped the organization to stay ahead of the curve in an increasingly competitive market. He also serves on the Board of Albertina Kerr. Jason grew up in West Linn, where he and his wife are raising their three children.
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Ben Mansheim
Senior Vice President, Chief Operations and Technology Officer
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Ben Mansheim
Senior Vice President,
Chief Operations and Technology Officer
I’m here to help: 503-905-2230
Ben joined Pacific West Bank in October 2012 and manages the Bank's information and technology, security, and regulatory compliance for the Bank. He has over 15 years of banking industry experience in Northwest community banks. Ben serves on the Oregon Bankers Association Committees for Compliance and CRA.
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Lisa Fajardo Faust
Senior Vice President, Chief Deposit Officer
About Lisa
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Lisa Fajardo Faust
Senior Vice President,
Chief Deposit Officer
I’m here to help: 503-912-2066
Lisa joined Pacific West Bank in 2018 and serves as Chief Deposit Officer overseeing the deposit strategy and branch network for the Bank. She has over 30 years of commercial banking experience in senior roles developing new client relationships and providing consultative financial support. Lisa is engaged in the nonprofit sector and passionate about the development of nonprofit leadership and financial education. She currently serves as a Board Chair of Friends of the Children Portland, Board Treasurer of Clackamas Community College Foundation, Board Member of the Oregon Bankers Association Education Foundation, Chair of the Oregon Bankers Association BIPOC Task Force and Advisory Board Member for Quest Center for Integrative Health. Lisa was honored as a 2023 Women of Influence awardee.
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Rob Holden
Senior Vice President, Chief Credit Officer
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Rob Holden
Senior Vice President,
Chief Credit Officer
I’m here to help: 503-905-2213
Rob joined Pacific West Bank as Chief Credit Officer in January of 2022 and oversees the general administration of the Bank’s lending function. He has over thirty years of credit and banking industry experience having held executive level positions with several successful community banks in the San Francisco Bay Area. Rob is a native of Portland having spent his formative years here and he and his wife are enjoying the beauty of Oregon joining their grown children who are graduates of University of Oregon.
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Dana Lawrence
Director of FinTech Compliance
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Dana Lawrence
Director of FinTech Compliance
I’m here to help: 503-905-2224
Dana Lawrence (CIA, CRMA, CFSA, CAMS, CRVPM, CCA) is the Director of FinTech Compliance at Pacific West Bank. She is a FinTech and open banking industry go-to for complex compliance, enterprise risk management, audit and governance program creation, scaling and remediation. Lawrence’s career in technology and financial services spans mortgage, community banking, large U.S. and global banks, open banking, digital assets, and FinTech. She’s held senior leadership roles, working directly with banking regulators and internal/external auditors. Lawrence is a committed volunteer and thought leader, serving various groups such as IIA, ISACA, ACAMS, and ACFE and speaking at local, national, and global events.
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Sujana Regmi-Schuler
Director of Accounting and Finance
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Sujana Regmi-Schuler
Director of Accounting and Finance
I’m here to help: 503-905-2216
Sujana is a seasoned financial professional with extensive experience in various areas of banking and accounting. She began her career as a CPA in public accounting where she spent two years auditing financial statements of institutions in a variety of industries. She then transitioned to risk and controls management at a bank where she spent four years working on Dodd-Frank Act Stress Testing and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX). Sujana’s strong organizational skills and attention to detail helped to identify risks within financial processes and recommend solutions to mitigate them. Her desire to learn more about the business led her to become a Product Manager for three years, where her responsibilities included managing consumer deposit products and developing strategies to increase revenue. With over nine years of combined experience in the financial services industry and public accounting, she has developed a deep understanding of financial analysis, risk management, and strategic growth, while honing analytical and problem-solving skills. She is enthusiastic about helping organizations achieve financial success and thrive in today’s competitive business climate.
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Barb Colson
Vice President, Director of Loan Operations
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Barb Colson
Vice President,
Director of Loan Operations
I’m here to help: 503-905-2251
Barb joined Pacific West Bank in 2022 leading the bank’s Loan Operations department and is the bank’s CRA officer. She has over 20 years of loan operations expertise with community banks in Oregon and enjoys providing customers with an optimal customer service experience. As a native Oregonian, Barb has been active over the years with organizations such as Financial Beginnings, the Lion’s Club, the Henderson House, as well as local schools.
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