Shahe Mazbanian
Glendale,CA
Summary
Senior Banking Executive with Significant Experience in All Aspects of Commerical Banking, with Over $300M in Commercial Deals Closed
An expert in Commercial Real Estate Financing, SBA Financing and Credit Risk Underwriting with 30 years of experience, Mr. Mazbanian has held a variety of assignments across numerous banking institutions, and has helped each achieve exceptional results. In 2002 Mr. Mazbanian was instrumental in helping Bank of America achieve #1 SBA 504 lender in the country. More significantly, Mr. Mazbanian acts as a business specialist servicing the credit and banking needs of the small to middle market business community. In addition, Mr. Mazbanian has worked closely with Economic Development Corporations to drive economic growth in low-to medium income communities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President
U.S. Bank
11.2023 - Current
- Mr. Mazbanian was retained by US Bank post-acquisition of MUFG Union Bank. In this role, he is responsible for building and growing holistic relationships with US Bank clients, while monitoring and reviewing the existing MUFG Union Bank portfolio; and retaining those clients through the acquisition of Union Bank.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
Vice President of Business Development
MUFG Union Bank
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Mr. Mazbanian was recruited to Union Bank as Business Development Officer, Middle Market. His role was to open up new commercial banking clients, working closely with the Centers of Influence established over many years within the industry. Ranked as a top producer within the first year, Mr. Mazbanian successfully funded over $25M in commercial real-estate financing. As previously mentioned Mr. Mazbanian was retained by U.S. Bank as a key employee as part of the bank merger, subsequently transitioning over post-merger as a Relationship Manager at US Bank.
Vice President, Business Banking
JP Morgan Chase
09.2016 - 05.2021
- As a Senior Relationship Manager, Mr. Mazbanian serviced the credit and banking needs of the small to middle market business community in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Continuously ranked as a top credit producer, while learning Treasury Management, merchant and other banking products. Mr. Mazbanian was tasked to sit on the PPP National Covid Portal, where he assisted business owners across the country get access to much needed capital during the Covid crisis. This was a unique time, as my task was to help business owners who were struggling to keep their businesses open.
Vice President SBA Business Development
MUFG Union Bank
11.2014 - 09.2016
- Mr. Mazbanian served as a SBA and Conventional Banker, and funded over $25M in commercial real estate loans. Was the top producer at that position for FY 2015 at MUFG Union Bank.
- Started the Secondary Market Program with Zions Bank, bringing in additional fee income to the bank.
Vice President, Commercial Banking Services
City National Bank
07.2010 - 08.2014
- Mr. Mazbanian enhanced CNB’s commercial banking presence in Greater Los Angeles by acquiring new relationships in commercial banking, resulting in $30MM in commercial real-estate loans. Additionally, I he helped create a more seamless credit process and more attractive products based on what the market was demanding.
- Additionally, Mr. Mazbanian was recognized for Top Gun while achieving 269% of goal in 2012; and was selected to speak on a colleague panel at annual officers meeting.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
Vice President, SBA Business Development
Bank of America
06.1995 - 07.2010
- Mr. Mazbanian held several positions at Bank of America, beginning with In-Store Sales Associate, personal Banker at Glendale Main Branch, Government Lending Product Specialist for Greater Los Angeles, Business Development officer in California to Senior Credit Solutions Specialist. During his time at Bank of America, he was recognized as the #1 ranked in the country at Bank of America in SBA production for two consecutive years, funding over $120M in new credit. Mr. Mazbanian, facilitated the SBA program in the market by working closely with the Relationship Managers, branches and the overall business community; with a focus being on building holistic relationships with COI’s, and delivering a one bank solution to clients. During this time Mr. Mazbanian was given responsibility to pilot the secondary market program (off balance sheet), via Zions National Real Estate Group; driving significant fee income for the bank while keeping clients pleased for facilitating the credit requests. Mr. Mazbanian was then promoted to be part of the Mid Market Business Development Team, funding $100M in new relationship financing within a three year span. He was consistently recognized as Top 5 performer in the Country within this span.
Education
MBA - International Finance
Woodbury University
Burbank, CA06.2002
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06.1999
Skills
- Credit risk
- Financial statements expertise
- Verbal and written communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Sound Judgment & Problem Solver to Complex Issues
- Team Building Leadership
- Relationship Building
- SBA 504 Real Estate Transactions
- Secondary Market Transactions
- Risk Assessment
- Loan presentation preparation
- Fluent in English, Armenian; Moderate in Spanish
Accomplishments
- Ranked #1 Nationally for Bank of America 2004 and 2005 Government Lending Specialists. 24 times Superstar, 8 time Top Gun Winner; funded over $120M in commercial real estate loans
- Helped initiate the Secondary Market loan program at Bank of America with Zions Bank National Real Estate Group. Led the nation in secondary market financing
- Top Rookie Business Development Officer for 2006
- While employed in the City National Bank in Commercial Banking Division, I received the top performer award in 2012.
Additional Information
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/shahe-mazbanian-mba-233761a2/
Timeline
Vice President
U.S. Bank
11.2023 - Current
Vice President of Business Development
MUFG Union Bank
05.2021 - 07.2023
Vice President, Business Banking
JP Morgan Chase
09.2016 - 05.2021
Vice President SBA Business Development
MUFG Union Bank
11.2014 - 09.2016
Vice President, Commercial Banking Services
City National Bank
07.2010 - 08.2014
Vice President, SBA Business Development
Bank of America
06.1995 - 07.2010
MBA - International Finance
Woodbury University
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of California, Riverside
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