James Thomas joined Western Alliance Bank in 2023, bringing two decades of financial services experience to his role as head of treasury management.
In his position, Mr. Thomas leads a team of treasury management advisors, empowering clients with tailored solutions to meet their unique financial needs in treasury and cash management. Before joining Western Alliance Bank, Mr. Thomas served as head of treasury management at Credit Union 1, where he successfully led the development and growth of the institution’s cash management offerings. He previously held various leadership roles at Wells Fargo for more than 15 years, most recently as vice president in the treasury management division.
Mr. Thomas holds a Bachelor of Finance degree from Michigan State University’s Eli Broad College of Business, where he graduated with honors. Outside of his professional role, Mr. Thomas dedicates time to giving back to the community through his involvement with the Las Vegas Boys and Girls Club, Operation School Bell and various community sports teams.
Western Alliance Bank
Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL) is one of the country’s top-performing banking companies. Its primary subsidiary, Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, is a leading national bank for business that puts customers first, delivering tailored business banking solutions and consumer products backed by outstanding, personalized service and specific expertise in more than 30 industries and sectors. With $90 billion in assets and offices nationwide, Western Alliance excels at helping businesses of all sizes capitalize on their opportunities to solve today and succeed tomorrow. Western Alliance Bank includes six legacy bank brands — Alliance Association Bank, Alliance Bank of Arizona, Bank of Nevada, Bridge Bank, First Independent Bank and Torrey Pines Bank — that continue to be part of the company’s heritage. Western Alliance has ranked as a top U.S. bank by American Banker and Bank Director since 2016. In 2024, Western Alliance Bancorporation again was #1 for Best CEO, Best CFO and Best Company Board of Directors on Extel’s All-America Executive Team Midcap Banks list.