Pinnacle Bank, headquartered in Gilroy, CA, appointed Michael Khan executive vice president and senior lending officer.

“We are pleased to welcome Michael Khan to the Pinnacle Bank family. Michael has over 20 years of lending experience in the Bay Area and will be responsible for evaluating, structuring and approving new loan opportunities, managing a team of underwriters, overseeing loan portfolio management activities, as well as other responsibilities,” Cliff Dennett, chief credit officer at Pinnacle Bank, said. “His experience and professionalism will be well-received across our organization and I look forward to working with him.”

Kahn began his banking career at Heritage Bank of Commerce and during his tenure there, has held roles in lending and credit, developing into a well-rounded banking professional with an understanding and appreciation for both loan generation and credit quality. Before joining Pinnacle Bank, Kahn worked for California Bank of Commerce as senior vice president, relationship manager.

“I am absolutely thrilled to join the Pinnacle Bank family and look forward to upholding the strong credit culture and continuing the relationship-based focus which has been an integral part of the Bank’s success,” Khan said.