Christopher Simmons
About Christopher Simmons
Christopher Simmons serves as the Vice President of Commercial Banking at First Western Trust, bringing over a decade of experience in financial services. His career includes roles in investment brokerage, financial analysis, and lending management across various organizations in the United States.
Current Role at First Western Trust
Christopher Simmons serves as the Vice President of Commercial Banking at First Western Trust, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for managing commercial banking operations and lending relationships. His focus includes working with businesses to secure necessary funding and providing financial solutions tailored to their needs. His tenure at First Western Trust has allowed him to leverage his extensive experience in the banking sector to enhance the company's commercial banking services.
Previous Experience in Commercial Banking
Before joining First Western Trust, Christopher Simmons held various roles in the banking and finance industry. He worked as a Banking Officer in C&I Lending at FirstBank from 2016 to 2018, where he managed commercial lending activities. Prior to that, he was the Small Business Loan Program Manager at AusIndustry for six months in 2010, focusing on financing for small businesses in Sydney, Australia. His diverse experience in commercial banking has contributed to his expertise in managing lending relationships.
Background in Real Estate and Investment Analysis
Christopher Simmons has a solid background in real estate and investment analysis. He worked at Colliers International Denver as an Investment Broker and Financial Analyst from 2006 to 2010, where he focused on investment opportunities in the Denver area. He also served as the Leasing & Marketing Manager at First Industrial Realty Trust from 2011 to 2014. His roles in these organizations involved assessing property values and managing investment activities related to equities and derivatives.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Christopher Simmons earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a Finance Emphasis from the University of San Diego. He attended the university from 2000 to 2004, where he developed a strong foundation in finance and business principles. His academic background has been instrumental in shaping his career in commercial banking and investment analysis.
Expertise in Financial Underwriting and Team Collaboration
Christopher Simmons has demonstrated expertise in financial underwriting, which involves assessing risks and potential returns of investment opportunities. He is known for his ability to manage lending relationships effectively, particularly in start-up financing. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of teamwork in making risk-adjusted, profitable business decisions, pushing teams to collaborate effectively to achieve common goals.