Sarkis Tarkhanian
About Sarkis Tarkhanian
Sarkis Tarkhanian serves as the Vice President and Branch Manager at City National Bank in Los Angeles, California, where he has worked since 2017. He has a diverse background in banking and management, having previously held positions at Wells Fargo and Apple, and has a degree in Film & Digital Media from the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Work at City National Bank
Sarkis Tarkhanian has served as Vice President and Branch Manager at City National Bank since 2017. He operates from the Los Angeles, California branch, where he oversees branch operations and customer relations. In this role, he regularly represents the bank at various community, civic, and professional organization events, enhancing the bank's presence and engagement within the community.
Previous Experience at Wells Fargo
Prior to his current role, Tarkhanian held multiple positions at Wells Fargo. He was a Branch Manager in Northridge, Glendale, and Woodland Hills from 2005 to 2010, where he spent five years in Woodland Hills, California. He later served as a Business Market Area Manager for the San Fernando Valley for a brief period in 2010, followed by a role as Vice President and Market Banking Manager for the Coastal Valley District from 2010 to 2013. During his tenure, he achieved significant growth in the deposit base and client acquisition.
Experience at Apple
From 2014 to 2017, Tarkhanian worked at Apple as Manager of Small Business & Product Ownership in the Greater Los Angeles Area. In this role, he was responsible for managing small business accounts and overseeing product ownership, contributing to the company's growth and customer engagement strategies.
Education and Expertise
Tarkhanian earned a Bachelor of Arts in Film & Digital Media from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience in banking and management, providing him with a diverse skill set applicable to his roles in financial services.
Achievements in Banking
Throughout his banking career, Tarkhanian has achieved notable milestones. He contributed to growing a company's deposit base to $2.2 billion, generated $10 million in new deposits, and originated $32 million in lending. Additionally, he secured an average of 160 new clients annually, showcasing his effectiveness in client acquisition and retention.