Western Alliance Bank's Melanie Krinsky Named 2026 Entertainment Business Visionary for Advancing Film, TV and Music Financing

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank (NYSE:WAL) today announced that Melanie Krinsky, Senior Managing Director and Head of its Entertainment & Media Group, has been named a 2026 Entertainment Business Visionary by the LA Times Studios, recognizing her role in expanding access to film, television and music financing across North America. Since founding the Los Angeles-based group in 2021, Krinsky has led more than $2.5 billion in financing for production, post-production, distribu.

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Western Alliance Appoints CEO Kenneth Vecchione as Chairman

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE: WAL) the parent company of Western Alliance Bank, announced today that Kenneth A. Vecchione, President and Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed Chairman of its Board of Directors, effective as of June 10, 2026. Mr. Vecchione succeeds Bruce Beach, who will continue to serve as a Director and return to the role of Lead Independent Director, which he held from 2010 to 2022.“Ken has led the company through a number of important.

Business Wire • Jun 15, 2026

Western Alliance Bank Named Phoenix Business of the Year by Greater Phoenix Chamber

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank (NYSE:WAL) has been named Phoenix Business of the Year, the top honor given in the Greater Phoenix Chamber's Excellence in Business Awards, announced June 9, 2026. Western Alliance was the winner in the midsize-to-large-business category of the Excellence in Business Awards. The award recognizes Western Alliance as Arizona's largest local bank and highlights its business growth, national banking capabilities, workplace culture and investment in th.

Business Wire • Jun 10, 2026

Western Alliance Bank Names Brad Alvarez to Lead National Business Development for Business Escrow Services and M&A Specialty Services

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bank (NYSE: WAL) today announced the promotion of Brad Alvarez to Managing Director, Business Development and Strategic Partnerships for its national Business Escrow Services Group and M&A specialty services platform. He will lead the national sales team focused on expanding client relationships and driving continued growth across the platform. The move comes as demand grows for specialized escrow and transaction support. Alvarez, who joined Wester.

Business Wire • Jun 9, 2026

AmeriHome Correspondent Named #2 Mortgage Lender from Scotsman Guide's 2026 Top Mortgage Lenders

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AmeriHome Mortgage Company, a subsidiary of Western Alliance Bank, is proud to announce its inclusion in Scotsman Guide's highly acclaimed 2026 Top Mortgage Lenders rankings in the following categories: #2 Overall Ranking, Top Mortgage Lenders #2 Correspondent Ranking, Top Mortgage Lenders #2 FHA Ranking, Top Mortgage Lenders #3 VA Ranking, Top Mortgage Lenders Scotsman Guide's Top Mortgage Lenders rankings have set the standard for organizational excellence in residen.

Business Wire • Jun 8, 2026

Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL) Analyst/Investor Day Transcript

Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL) Analyst/Investor Day Transcript

Seeking Alpha • May 15, 2026

Western Alliance: High Margin Of Safety

Western Alliance Bancorporation remains a Buy despite a Q1 earnings hit from a $126.4M charge-off tied to a Leucadia Asset Management loan. WAL's core lending portfolio continues robust growth, with loans up 8% year-over-year to $59.1B, and net interest margin rising to 3.54%. Western Alliance said last week that a $99M loan was non-performing, raising concerns about asset quality. However, WAL's Q1 adjusted net charge-off ratio didn't show a major structural quality deterioration.

Seeking Alpha • May 13, 2026

Western Alliance Bancorporation to Host 2026 Investor Day Tuesday in New York

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE: WAL) will host its 2026 Investor Day on Tuesday, May 12, in New York, bringing together members of the company's executive leadership team to discuss its strategy, operating priorities and long-term outlook. Webcast and presentation availability The May 12 event will be webcast live beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time and will be available via the company's Investor Day website at https://westernalliance2026ird.q4web.com/. Investo.

Business Wire • May 11, 2026

Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Seeking Alpha • Apr 22, 2026

Riverwater Sustainable Value Strategy Q1 2026 Portfolio Activity

During the quarter, we initiated five positions: Leggett & Platt, Inc., Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc., Methanex, Dick's Sporting Goods, and Jack Henry & Associates. We exited several positions during the quarter, reflecting our ongoing discipline around valuation, portfolio fit, and risk management. We sold our position in Amdocs as we chose to redeploy capital toward names with more attractive upside.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 22, 2026