Flagstar Bank

Flagstar is proud to work with suppliers who are as rooted in the community as we are, like Bell’s Landscape Services president Marcy Bell. We also recognize diversity as an essential ingredient for growth. Learn More about BLS at https://lnkd.in/eXsDFRdb.

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On Wednesday, we celebrated with clients and friends on the West Coast at the Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills. Top management, led by CEO Joseph Otting, President of Commercial and Private Banking Rich Raffetto, and President of Commercial Real Estate Banking Scott Shepherd, were in town to connect with clients, meet up with old friends, and share their plans for the bank’s vision for a bright future. “We are energized to spread our wings on the West Coast where we have so many deep relationships and members of our executive team have so much history,” Raffetto said. “Our talented bankers are providing exceptional service and delivering the best financial solutions.” Flagstar Private Bank is deeply rooted in the local landscape of Southern California, including Beverly Hills, Woodland Hills, El Segundo, and Newport Beach. Our corporate and commercial expertise spans media, entertainment, technology, healthcare, commercial real estate, and other key industries of the greater Los Angeles area.

We are proud and honored to be recognized once again by Military Times as a Best for Vets Employer, highlighting our support for U.S. service members, veterans, and their families. Join a team that appreciates the value of your military experience. Explore current opportunities at https://lnkd.in/eNkVEqAE. #MilitaryFriendly #VeteranEmployer #HireVets

Let’s offer our congratulations to Tamra Postiglione on her appointment to Managing Director, Market Executive for Long Island, Brooklyn & Queens. Reporting to Joe Abruzzo, Head of Corporate and Regional Commercial Banking, Tamra will head a group of seasoned bankers focused on building commercial relationships in Flagstar’s home market. With more than 30 years of experience in this market, Tamra brings a winning combination of expertise and local knowledge to clients who seek personalized, strategic relationships. Tamra said, “Flagstar is the largest bank headquartered on Long Island. With over 400 branches, including 180 in the New York Metro area, we have the unmatched ability to deliver a unique combination of capital, capabilities, and access to senior decision makers. Our executives are part of the community and readily available to develop deep personal relationships with our clients. This affords us the ability to truly understand our clients' challenges and ambitions, and rapidly respond to their needs." Abruzzo added, “Tamra is a great lender and advisor, and a proven leader and teammate. I’m thrilled to have her experience and enthusiasm here at Flagstar.” A native Long Islander and resident of Old Brookville, Tamra previously held leadership positions in Flagstar’s Private Bank, M&T Bank and Key Bank. We are thrilled to have you on board, Tamra.

Let’s give a warm welcome to Shirish Patel, Managing Director - Corporate Banking. We are excited to welcome Shirish Patel to Flagstar, where he will focus on expanding our relationships with Corporate Banking clients nationally. Shirish joins us with over 25 years of building substantial, multi-solution relationships with top-tier commercial and corporate banking clients. His relationship-oriented approach to client development aligns well with the bank’s focus on client ambitions, challenges, and needs. “Flagstar is pivoting to execute on its C&I growth strategy and is in a unique position to offer capital & services desired by corporate clients. I’m excited to bring our firepower to businesses who are looking for seasoned bankers able to provide thoughtful and personalized relationships,” he said. “I look forward to re-engaging with all of my former clients and prospects.” With extensive experience at national and international clients in Diversified Industries, Agrifoods, Retail/Consumer, and Automotive, Shirish brings a positive, intentional energy to each relationship. Before joining Flagstar, he served as a Managing Director at Santander Bank where he successfully spearheaded their efforts to build out their Mid-Corporate franchise in the MidWest and Mountain States. “I’m committed to developing mutually beneficial long-term relationships where clients can expect creative solutions and consistent support.” We are thrilled to have you on board, Shirish.

Flagstar recognizes the courage and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. We send our deepest thanks to those who have served. FYI: Our branches and offices are closed on November 11 in observance of the federal holiday. You can still access your account with online and mobile banking.

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Let’s give a warm welcome to Nick Lotz, Managing Director & Head of Corporate Banking. We are excited to welcome Nick Lotz to Flagstar. Reporting to Joe Abruzzo, Head of Corporate and Regional Commercial Banking, Nick will lead a team focused on building relationships with national mid and large cap clients primarily outside of our branch footprint. Working across a range of diversified industrial and commercial sectors, Nick and his team will partner with clients seeking personalized, strategic relationships. “I’m excited to be part of this growth story,” he said. “I love being part of a team focused on forging multi-dimensional relationships and long-term partnerships, and Flagstar is uniquely positioned to deliver on this mission. Our platform offers a suite of solutions that clients are looking for -- lending, access to capital markets, and risk and treasury management. We’re in a unique position to deliver these solutions with a team of bankers that are motivated to perform.” Abruzzo added, “Nick’s leadership and relationship-oriented approach fits squarely with the bank’s desire to responsibly scale our corporate banking relationships. I’m thrilled to have Nick’s experience and enthusiasm here at Flagstar.” Nick brings more than two decades of experience leading teams and helping clients build their franchises at a regional and national level. Nick joins Flagstar from Santander where he held executive leadership positions responsible for sales management, relationship profitability and Mid-Corporate Banking. We are thrilled to have you on board, Nick.

When you open a branch in Bed-Stuy, you do it in style. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made our branch grand opening a success. We’re thrilled to celebrate the occasion with our neighbors in this historic community. “Today we open not just a new branch, but new opportunities for our community,” said Reginald "Reggie" Davis, President of Consumer Banking, “As we cut this ribbon, we’re committed to building brighter financial futures and deeper connections.” #communitybanking #neighborhoodbank #BedStuy