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Robert Gary Sarver

Executive Chairman


Robert Gary Sarver is Executive Chairman of Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL), one of the country’s top-performing banking companies. Western Alliance is ranked #1 regional bank ($5-$50 Billion) on Bank Director Magazine's 2019 Bank Performance Scorecard and in the top 10 on the Forbes “Best Banks in America” list for five consecutive years, 2016-2020. A national presence with a regional footprint, Western Alliance Bank operates individually branded, full-service banking divisions in Arizona, California and Nevada with offices in key markets nationwide.

Mr. Sarver has been the managing partner of the Phoenix Suns since 2004. His tenure includes three appearances in the Western Conference Finals and two of the three 60-win seasons in franchise history. Mr. Sarver also serves on the boards of directors of the National Basketball Association (NBA) Board of Governors, the Weil Foundation, and the Sarver Heart Center at the University of Arizona.

About Us

With more than $25 billion in assets, Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL) is one of the country’s top-performing banking companies and has ranked in the top 10 on the Forbes “Best Banks in America” list for five consecutive years, 2016-2020. Its primary subsidiary, Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, helps business clients realize their growth ambitions with local teams of experienced bankers who deliver superior service and a full spectrum of customized loan, deposit and treasury management capabilities. Business clients also benefit from a powerful array of specialized financial services that provide strong expertise and tailored solutions for a wide variety of industries and sectors. A national presence with a regional footprint, Western Alliance Bank operates individually branded, full-service banking divisions and has offices in key markets nationwide.