First Fiat Private Bank…Who are we?
First Fiat Private Bank is a customer focused banking institution. The clients we serve and the relationships we have developed are just as important as the accounts we maintain. We are committed to offering premier banking services and continuous improvement of our product lines and offerings.
Originally founded in 1981, First Fiat Private Bank was brought back to its entrepreneurial culture when three local investors purchased the bank in 2014. Since that time, the bank has made significant investments to allow for enhanced customer offerings resulting in strong loan and depositor growth and a customer oriented culture. In April of 2017, we relaunched our new brand of “First Fiat Private Bank”, new website and online banking system. We remain committed to continued improvement to best serve our customers.
We meet clients’ needs through three key differentiators: strong customer connections, technology and access to decision makers.
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CONNECTION
Build loyal relationships with our clients and our community
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TECHNOLOGY
Focus on your business, not your banking
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ACCESS
Direct access to management for quick decisions
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With offices currently located in 801 Gray St, Houston, USA, along with a strong online presence, First Fiat Private Bank offers a complete range of banking services. We take great pride in providing excellent customer service that only a focused institution can offer. Our corporate culture and decisions are driven by core values that contain key commitments to our customers, shareholders, employees and the communities we serve.
The success we have achieved to date, combined with excellent asset quality and a strong capital position has the bank positioned to build its banking franchise and ensure our customers have a solid partner so they can “focus on their business, not their banking.”
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Officers & Board of Directors
At First Fiat Private Bank, our goal is to build loyal relationships with clients, shareholders, employees, and our community. As a bank founded by entrepreneurs, we understand your business needs and strive to help keep you focused on your goals with access to management and immediate response from our team.
We are committed to offering modern technology for the most efficient, reliable and professional service, enabling you to stay concentrated on your business, not your banking. Our experienced staff delivers honest and consistent communication with concierge banking and personalized care. Its' the relationships with our clients that create the greatest value for us and the greatest benefit for you.
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S D. Samuel Daniels - Chairman
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Samuel Daniels is a Founder and Chairman of ABP Capital, C3 Capital, and affiliate companies. Daniels is also Chairman of the Board of Directors for First Fiat Private Bank. In addition, he is President of the 482-home Master Plan Development, Hideaway at Arrington, located south of Nashville, Tennessee in Williamson County. Since inception, George has served as the lead visionary and is responsible for the direction, management, and business development activities of the above mentioned companies.
Daniels began his career in public accounting with Ernst & Young before serving as an executive in a large Southern California public works construction company, which he then sold in 2008. Prior to founding ABP Capital, Daniels founded Fredric Group, an active investor in real estate, distressed assets, securities, and commercial notes. Daniels is also a former member of the Board of Directors for Bank of Southern California.
Daniels is an active supporter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the Diabetes Research Connection. In addition, he is involved with the Honor Foundation, a group dedicated to bridging military and private sector careers through an innovative transition program created for members of the Special Operations Forces community.
Daniels received his bachelor’s degree in Accounting in 2002 from the University of San Diego. Daniels is also a Certified Public Accountant in the State of California.
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S . C . B. Semion Bentus - Director
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S . C . B. Semion Bentus joined First Fiat Private Bank in May 2014 as Vice President of Finance and has served as Chief Financial Officer since December 2014. Bentus was promoted to Chief Executive Officer as of March 2016. Bentus is a CPA with over 13 years of experience in financial planning and analysis during which he worked closely with the analysis of revenue, operating expenses, cash flows, business ventures, negotiations, acquisitions, product launches and other activities. Prior to joining the Bank, Bentus served as the Vice President of Financial Planning and Business Development at Behr Process Corporation, the largest supplier of premium paints and stains to the North American Do-It-Yourself home improvement market. Prior to his role at Behr, Bentus served as a Senior Auditor at KPMG, providing business assurance services to public and privately held companies in a variety of industries. Bentus graduated Valedictorian of his class at the University of San Diego with a Bachelor of Accountancy.
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J N. James Bentus - Director 2
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J N. James Newton earned his Doctor of Optometry from the Southern California College of Optometry in 1982 and has been in private practice of optometry since that time. In 2013, Newton earned the honor of the San Diego County Optometrist of the year. Newton currently serves as the President of the San Marcos Educational Foundation, the Chairman of the Board of Director for JOB OPTIONS, and is a member of the Kiwanis Club of Lake San Marcos. Additionally, Newton serves the San Diego County Optometric Society Board as Governmental Affairs Chairman.
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Executive Management
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Matthew Frank
Chief Executive Officer
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Richard Sanders
Chief Credit Officer
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Loveth Bells
Banking Manager/C.O
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Justin Walcott
Chief Financial Officer
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Peter Gabriels
Chief Risk Officer
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PRO
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Community Support
The leaders of First Fiat Private Bank don’t spend their days behind old-fashioned desks pushing papers around. They are out in our communities, talking to customers and visiting business owners. They build relationships and work proactively to ensure the services we deliver are just as effective in the real world as we think they will be.
We are genuinely interested in our customers, businesses and our community.
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