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First Foundation's leadership team is comprised of executives who care passionately about this industry as well as the clients they serve. They understand what it takes to lead and manage high performing teams and inspire others to do their best work.

Rick Keller, CFP®

Chairman
Scott F. Kavanaugh

Scott F. Kavanaugh

President and Chief Executive Officer

John Hakopian

President, First Foundation Advisors
Lindsay Lawrence

Lindsay Lawrence

Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
Christopher Naghibi, Esq.

Christopher Naghibi, Esq.

Executive Vice President, Chief Credit Officer
Kelly Rentzel

Kelly Rentzel

Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
Hugo Nuno

Hugo Nuno

Executive Vice President, Chief Risk Officer
Adrian S. Darmawan

Adrian S. Darmawan

Executive Vice President, Chief Technology Officer

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Deposit and loan products offered by First Foundation Bank, Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender. NMLS #793235.

Investment and Advisory Services provided by First Foundation Advisors, an SEC-Registered Investment Advisor. Trust Services and Insurance Services are offered through First Foundation Bank. First Foundation Insurance Services license number #0H38553.

Investment, Insurance, Digital Assets, and Advisory Products and Services:

  • ARE NOT FDIC INSURED
  • ARE NOT BANK GUARANTEED
  • MAY LOSE VALUE
  • ARE NOT A DEPOSIT
  • ARE NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY