Metropolitan Commercial Bank Launches Its West Coast Expansion

Appoints Robert Hasler to Lead Western U.S. Specialty Deposit Business

Metropolitan Commercial Bank (“MCB” or the “Bank”) today announced its West Coast expansion with the appointment of Robert Hasler as Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Specialty Deposits. Based in the Western United States, Mr. Hasler will lead the continued growth of the Bank’s specialty deposit business throughout key Western markets.

“Expanding our presence across the Western U.S. represents an important strategic milestone for Metropolitan Commercial Bank,” said Mark R. DeFazio, Founder, President, and CEO of Metropolitan Commercial Bank. “We continue to invest in specialty banking solutions, deepen our commercial banking platform, and build relationships in markets that align with our long-term growth strategy.”

Mr. Hasler brings more than 20 years of experience in commercial banking, treasury management, and specialty deposit services. Throughout his career, he has worked with title and escrow companies, 1031 exchange firms, HOA banking clients, trust-related businesses, and other fiduciary-focused industries across the Western United States.