Tampa, Fla. – January 6, 2022 – First American Bank – a privately held, full-service bank with more than $5.5 billion in assets serving Chicago, Milwaukee, Miami and Tampa markets – announced today that Kevin Shukur has been appointed West Florida Market President. Effective immediately, Shukur will lead the West Florida corporate banking team to provide commercial banking and wealth management services from the bank’s Tampa headquarters.
Shukur will lead the local Tampa team as First American Bank continues to expand its presence in the vibrant Florida market.
“At First American Bank, we are dedicated to providing unparalleled service and credit expertise to our clients through tailor-made solutions. Kevin’s appointment underscores the level of sophistication available to Tampa locals who seek personalized attention from a trusted community bank,” said Brian Hagan, Florida Market President.
Most recently, Shukur headed up BBVA USA’s (recently acquired by PNC) West Florida Market, having founded it in 2013. Shukur has served as National Sales Manager for SouthTrust Corporate Banking Group, Executive Vice President at Bay Cities Bank, and West Florida Market President at BBVA USA. Now, Shukur will bring his local market knowledge to First American Bank, where he will again build a team of seasoned bankers to focus on the needs of owner-managed businesses and commercial real estate throughout West and Central Florida.
“It is an honor to officially join First American Bank as West Florida Market President,” said Shukur. “In my new role, I’m looking forward to bringing high-touch commercial banking to West Florida. As a local decision-maker and Tampa native since 1984, I understand the market and am eager to serve the business communities found here with high-touch, personalized attention. First American Bank remains an innovative industry leader, and I’m proud to be on board.”
First American Bank Appoints West Florida Market President