1st Security Bank announced Kevin Richards has joined the bank’s Commercial and Industrial (C&I) Lending Team as a Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Relationship Manager. He will be based in Mountlake Terrace, WA, and is responsible for growing the Bank’s C&I portfolio by providing excellent service and an extraordinary customer experience.

“We are excited to welcome Kevin in his new role,” said Brian J. Kunkel, Director of Commercial Lending. “Kevin’s dedication to his clients, community and teammates, coupled with his depth of experience, fully complement the bank’s culture and promise to deliver a WOW level of customer service.” 1st Security Bank continues to actively recruit outstanding C&I lenders and Richards’ long track record of success will further enhance the bank’s already strong C&I platform.

Richards has nearly 20 years of experience in the banking industry, including 12 years as a commercial lender.  His areas of expertise in commercial banking include service and consulting firms, manufacturing companies, warehouse lines of credit and commercial real estate. Richards graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and earned a master’s degree in Business from Seattle University.