City National Bank Expands Private Banking Team in Key California Markets
City National Bank has added ten experienced private bankers across Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Bay Area to better serve high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. The expansion is part of a broader strategy led by Brandon Williams, EVP and head of Private Bank & Wealth Management at City National since September 2025. This follows recent leadership additions including Darcy Roennfeldt as head of Trust & Estate Services and Shannon Patterson as co-head of the Eastern Region. The new hires are expected to enhance client advisory services, wealth management, commercial lending, trust solutions, and multi-generational family planning. Stephen M. Sherline, who joined in August 2026 as co-head of City National Private Bank for the Western region, emphasized that California's affluent population is growing rapidly and requires tailored financial expertise. As a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), City National combines personalized service with global capabilities to deliver sophisticated wealth solutions. The new team includes senior bankers in key locations such as Beverly Hills, San Francisco, Irvine, and Ontario.
