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IN APPRECIATION PROFILES IN LEADERSHIP California Bank of Commerce BRINGING THE BEST BUSINESS BANKING TO SACRAMENTO “Relationship banking still exists, and it’s alive and well at California Bank of Commerce,” says Chris Barr, executive vice president/Sacramento region manager. “Our bankers put our clients first and have the experience to provide great advice.” Specializing in business banking, CBC works with manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, contractors, professional services firms, associations and nonprofits, dental, veterinary practices, agriculture and more. With offices throughout Northern California, the bank expanded to the Sacramento region in April 2019. Backed by 18 years in the banking industry, Barr now leads CBC’s new Sacramento region with the mission of being Northern California’s premier business bank. He says, “I’m driven by earning the status of trusted adviser for clients and helping them achieve their financial goals. I want to be that first phone call when someone gets an idea.” Always trying to improve at everything, personally and professionally, Barr says, “I celebrate accomplishments but am attracted to and driven by the journey of constant improvement. Plus, I’m a sixth-generation banker. I grew up watching my dad and grandpa do deals on a handshake. While that’s tough to do in today’s regulatory environment, I live by those principles.” Each member of Barr’s team has a diverse set of talents and skills and is empowered to make a difference for clients. They’re the reason clients choose CBC over other banks. “I’m fortunate to have a team of complete rock stars,” Barr says. “Individually, each has a successful career, but when you put us all together, one plus one really does equal three.” Barr’s goal is to continue the bank’s culture of open, honest, mutual respect for both bankers and clients. “Happy, engaged bankers lead to better relationships and mutual prosperity, and that’s a winning formula for us and our clients at CBC,” he says. “ Why do clients choose CBC? Hands down, it’s the quality of our team. Our bankers are empowered to make a difference for clients and take that responsibility very seriously. — CHRIS BARR Executive Vice President Sacramento Region Manager ” 500 Capitol Mall, Suite 1560 Sacramento, CA 95814 (916) 503-3330 SPONSORED PROFILE CaliforniaBankofCommerce.com July 2020 | comstocksmag.com 19