James Clark
About James Clark
James Clark serves as the Head of Product Transformation at City National Bank, a position he has held since 2020. With extensive experience in product management across various financial institutions, he has played key roles in product strategy and regulatory compliance.
Current Role at City National Bank
James Clark serves as the Head of Product Transformation at City National Bank, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he manages the organization-wide product initiative management process. He is responsible for developing communication strategies that facilitate product transformation and leads the implementation of new Heightened Regulatory Standards within the bank.
Previous Experience at City National Bank
Prior to his current role, James Clark worked at City National Bank as the Head of Product Strategies (Acting) from 2019 to 2020. He also served as the Manager of Deposit Products from 2017 to 2019. His experience at City National Bank spans multiple roles, contributing to his expertise in product management and strategy.
Experience at MUFG Americas
James Clark held the position of Managing Director at MUFG Americas from 2009 to 2016. His tenure at MUFG Americas lasted for seven years and provided him with extensive experience in the financial services sector, particularly in product management.
Education and Qualifications
James Clark studied at The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School, where he earned a Master of Science in Business with a focus on international finance and marketing from 1990 to 1993. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from Indiana University Bloomington, which he completed from 1980 to 1984.
Military Service
James Clark served as a Commissioned Officer in the US Army from 1984 to 1988. His military service contributed to his leadership skills and discipline, which he has applied throughout his career in the financial industry.