Management ChangeMay 5, 2026, 09:02 AM
OptimumBank Holdings Appoints Moishe Gubin CEO, Braden Smith President
AI Summary
OptimumBank Holdings, Inc. announced significant leadership changes effective May 1, 2026. Timothy Terry retired as principal executive officer of the Company and as President and CEO of its subsidiary, OptimumBank. Moishe Gubin, the current Chairman of the Board, was appointed Chief Executive Officer and principal executive officer of OptimumBank Holdings and CEO of OptimumBank. Additionally, Braden R. Smith was appointed President of OptimumBank.
Key Highlights
- Timothy Terry retired as principal executive officer of OptimumBank Holdings and as President and CEO of OptimumBank on May 1, 2026.
- Moishe Gubin, Chairman of the Board, was appointed CEO and principal executive officer of OptimumBank Holdings.
- Mr. Gubin was also appointed CEO of OptimumBank, effective May 1, 2026.
- Braden R. Smith was appointed President of OptimumBank, effective May 1, 2026.
- Mr. Smith previously served as Chief Business Development Officer of Amerant Bank from November 2024 through April 2026.
- He also served as Executive Vice President of Wintrust Financial Corporation from September 2009 to November 2024.