Nonprofit/Social Impact Organization Banking Team
Andy Bennett
Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Team Leader
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Andy Bennett
Senior Vice President,
Commercial Lending Team Leader
Contact me at: 503-905-2229
An experienced commercial lender, Andy is an expert in assisting business owners, nonprofits, and real estate investors achieve their goals. Financing specialties include commercial real estate, operating lines, and equipment financing. Andy earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Oregon and is a graduate of the Western Banking School’s Commercial Lending program. He began his business banking career in the 1990’s and joined Pacific West Bank in 2011. As a native Oregonian, Andy works exclusively with community and business-focused banks to craft custom financing solutions for his clients. Andy has served in community leadership roles including the Rotary Club of Wilsonville and multiple Chambers of Commerce. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for both the Risk Management Association and the Valley Development Initiatives Board through the Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments.
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Robert Greenawald
Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Team Leader
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Robert Greenawald
Senior Vice President,
Commercial Lending Team Leader
Contact me at: 360-335-2753
With 23 years of commercial banking experience, Robbie works primarily with small to midsize businesses and offers a more consultative approach. His focus on commercial real estate as well as commercial and industrial lending offers a balanced approach to his customers. He is currently the team leader for the newly formed Vancouver office and is involved in all facets of the lending process. Robbie earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Oregon State University, where he focused on finance and economics while participating in athletics. He is involved with local committees and volunteers time with non-profit organizations. In his spare time, he enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and two teenage boys as well as golfing with friends.
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Michele Baker
Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Officer
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Michele Baker
Senior Vice President,
Commercial Lending Officer
Contact me at: 503-905-2221
Michele served as a banking relationship manager for over 25 years in the West Linn, Lake Oswego, and Portland markets. As Commercial Lending Officer, Michele brings to the Bank a strong background in finance, business lending, and credit underwriting. Her experience working with a variety of business owners results in establishing long-lasting banking relationships which help our clients to grow and succeed. Michele enjoys being active in our community, including current and past executive, board and volunteer positions with the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce, Business Alliance, Oregon Dressage Society, United Way, and the OSU Master Gardener program.
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Justin White
Vice President,
Commercial Lending Officer
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Justin White
Vice President,
Commercial Lending Officer
Contact me at: 360-635-1761
Justin offers more than 20 years of experience in banking, including 10 years of relationship management in Commercial Banking. Justin takes a detailed management approach, which has been very successful while primarily focusing on commercial and industrial lending. His customers see the value he brings which has led to his success as a C&I lender. As a native of Vancouver, WA Justin enjoys supporting the community he grew up in and focuses his strengths on assisting and supporting business and people to help affect change.
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Carissa Fedchenko
Vice President,
Commercial Lending Officer Business Development
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Carissa Fedchenko
Vice President,
Commercial Lending Officer Business Development
Contact me at: 503-567-5700
Along with her 12+ years of banking experience, Carissa sets herself apart by being knowledgeable, responsive, and flexible. She is a relationship-focused lender who works with local business owners and investors to help them accomplish their goals. She also enjoys working with an array of professionals in the community. This allows her to be a resource for her clients, bringing them value often beyond just banking needs. When she's not working, she can be found outdoors enjoying the beautiful PNW or traveling.
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Barb Colson
Vice President, Director of Loan Operations
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Barb Colson
Vice President,
Director of Loan Operations
Contact me at: 503-905-2251
Barb leads our Loan Operations department as well as our CRA officer. She has over 20 years of loan operations expertise with community banks in Oregon and enjoys providing customers with an optimal customer service experience. As a native Oregonian, Barb has been active over the years with organizations such as Financial Beginnings, the Lion’s Club, the Henderson House, and local schools.
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Lisa Fajardo Faust
Executive Vice President,
Chief Banking Officer
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Lisa Fajardo Faust
Senior Vice President,
Chief Deposit Officer
I’m here to help: 503-912-2066
Lisa joined Pacific West Bank in 2018 and serves as Chief Deposit Officer overseeing the deposit strategy and branch network for the Bank. She has over 30 years of commercial banking experience in senior roles developing new client relationships and providing consultative financial support. Lisa is engaged in the nonprofit sector and passionate about the development of nonprofit leadership and financial education. She currently serves as a Board Chair of Friends of the Children Portland, Board Treasurer of Clackamas Community College Foundation, Board Member of the Oregon Bankers Association Education Foundation, Chair of the Oregon Bankers Association BIPOC Task Force and Advisory Board Member for Quest Center for Integrative Health. Lisa was honored as a 2023 Women of Influence awardee.
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