Management ChangeJun 18, 2026, 11:07 AM

First Fed Names Chris Walsh Chief Banking Officer

AI Summary

First Fed Bank, a subsidiary of First Northwest Bancorp, has appointed Chris Walsh as its new Chief Banking Officer. Walsh brings over 40 years of banking leadership experience and will oversee all banking functions, aiming to advance First Fed's long-term strategy for business and retail customers. This marks the second executive hire for First Fed in 2026, following Jennifer Gribble's appointment as Chief People Officer in March.

Key Highlights

First Fed Bank appointed Chris Walsh as its new Chief Banking Officer.
Walsh brings over 40 years of banking leadership experience to the role.
He will oversee all banking functions and advance First Fed's long-term strategy.
Walsh previously served as President and CEO of Partners Bank of California and Sunwest Bank.
He also held Chief Banking Officer roles at Vineyard Bank and Commercial Capital Bank.
This is the second executive hire in 2026; Jennifer Gribble was named Chief People Officer on March 31.

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