Community West Bancshares (NASDAQ: CWBC) has announced the retirement of Suzanne M. Chadwick from its Board of Directors, effective March 31, 2026. Ms. Chadwick joined the boards in April 2024, following the completion of the company's transformative merger. During her tenure, the company expanded its footprint by adding seven banking centers and welcoming team members across California's Central Coast.
Ms. Chadwick has been an active and engaged member of the Asset/Liability, Technology, and Retirement Committees, providing valuable guidance during the merger integration. She brought more than 40 years of experience in banking, including as a former Senior Vice President and Private Client Relationship Manager at Santa Barbara Bank & Trust.
The company's CEO, James J. Kim, expressed gratitude for Ms. Chadwick's service, stating that her guidance and considerate nature had strengthened the board and the company. Her retirement represents the departure of a seasoned banking professional with extensive experience in relationship management and a deep commitment to community banking.
Community West Bancshares, established in 1979, operates full-service banking centers throughout Central California and offers various financial services. The board of directors includes prominent individuals such as Daniel J. Doyle (Chairman), Robert H. Bartlein (Vice Chairman), Martin E. Plourd (President of the Company), and others.
For more information about Community West Bancshares and Community West Bank, visit www.communitywestbank.com. Following these announcements, the company's shares moved -0.81%, and are now trading at a price of $23.19. For the full picture, make sure to review Community West Bancshares's 8-K report.
