With nearly 20 years of experience, Dan Kotlajich joined the Western Alliance Bank team in 2021 as the branch banking operations director.
In his role, Mr. Kotlajich is a part of the executive team and responsible for leading the California branch banking division toward executing the strategic goals and objectives of the organization, which includes coaching, mentoring and developing the California branch leadership team and implementing operational policies to protect and uphold the credibility of Western Alliance Bank. Prior to his current role, Mr. Kotlajich spent six years at San Diego County Credit Union as the senior vice president, regional sales manager, where he led 21 of the bank’s branches and as the vice president of Real Estate Lending Sales. He also previously held positions at Neighborhood Loans and JP Morgan Chase.
Mr. Kotlajich graduated from St. Xavier University with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the Graham School of Management and obtained a Master of Business Administration from Western Governors University. Outside of his role at Western Alliance Bank, he volunteers with United Way’s Emerging Leaders and Junior Achievement of San Diego County.
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Torrey Pines Bank
Torrey Pines Bank, the Southern California division of Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, delivers relationship banking that puts clients at the center of everything. Founded in 2003, Torrey Pines Bank offers a full spectrum of tailored commercial banking solutions delivered with outstanding service. With offices throughout San Diego, Los Angeles and Orange County, Torrey Pines Bank is part of Western Alliance Bancorporation, which has more than $70 billion in assets. Major accolades include being ranked as a top U.S. bank in 2023 by American Banker and Bank Director. As a regional bank with significant national capabilities, Torrey Pines Bank delivers the reach, resources and local market expertise that make a difference for customers.
