Five Star Bancorp announced the hiring of a team of three seasoned commercial banking professionals in San Francisco to advance the company’s expansion strategy in the San Francisco Bay Area. This announcement comes ahead of the opening of the company’s full-service office in San Francisco, which is expected in the third quarter of 2024. This also comes as the company celebrates numerous awards and recognition.

“We’re pleased to welcome Chris Rudberg, Senior Vice President / Managing Director; Greg Kogan, Senior Vice President / Managing Director; and Desiree Ciochon, Vice President / Senior Relationship Manager. As we expand our team, we continue to provide the San Francisco Bay Area entrepreneurial community with the high-touch and highly personalized concierge banking experience they expect. Our clients can count on our team to listen to and support their interests,” said DJ Kurtze, Senior Vice President / San Francisco Bay Area President.

In 2024, the company and its employees received numerous awards and recognition.

“These awards are emblematic of Five Star Bank’s recognition as a driving force for economic development, a trusted resource for our customers and a committed advocate for our community. We are humbled and proud of our team’s accomplishments,” said James Beckwith, President and Chief Executive Officer.