Western Alliance Names Kristen Hillenbrand Head of Treasury Management Sales

PHOENIX — Western Alliance Bank (NYSE:WAL) today announced that it has appointed Kristen Hillenbrand as head of Treasury Management Sales, overseeing the bank’s national treasury operations.

In this role, Hillenbrand leads a nationwide team of Treasury Management directors, officers, advisors, and payables and receivables consultants dedicated to designing and delivering tailored solutions and an elevated client experience to businesses of all sizes from coast to coast. Hillenbrand joined Western Alliance Bank in 2024 as managing director of Treasury Management Sales following 17 years with Wells Fargo, where she held senior leadership roles in treasury, merchant and payment solutions.

“Kristen has consistently helped clients navigate inflection points, from rapid growth and acquisitions to leadership transitions and system transformations,” said Tim Bruckner, Chief Banking Officer, Regional Banking at Western Alliance. “She brings a disciplined, consultative approach and the ability to translate complex financial strategies into practical solutions. Her leadership strengthens our Treasury Management platform and positions our team to deliver clear, reliable guidance that supports clients’ operational and strategic priorities.”

Hillenbrand’s team works with clients and banking experts across Western Alliance’s 30-plus industry specialties. She brings experience that spans middle-market businesses to publicly traded and Fortune 500 companies, as well as Am Law 200 firms. Her background provides deep insight into complex governance structures, regulatory requirements and sophisticated cash flow management strategies.

“I am committed to advancing Western Alliance Bank’s highly personalized approach to treasury management,” said Hillenbrand. “By aligning strategy, technology and service, we help clients manage liquidity, mitigate risk and operate more efficiently. I look forward to developing our team and expanding our capabilities to support clients as their businesses evolve.”

Hillenbrand holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations and a Bachelor of Science in Speech Communication from Northern Arizona University, where she graduated cum laude. She is a member of the Association for Financial Professionals of Arizona. Outside of work, she is an avid equestrian who competes alongside her daughters in elite show jumping competitions nationwide and serves on the board of the Arizona Hunter Jumper Association.