Stephen Leavenworth

Stephen Leavenworth is a seasoned financial services professional with extensive experience in business development and working capital solutions. Currently serving as Senior Vice President at BankUnited since October 2021, Leavenworth previously held senior leadership roles at Israel Discount Bank and Sterling National Bank, focusing on growth strategies for staffing and IT consulting firms. At Sterling National Bank, Leavenworth was Division President for the Payroll Finance Division, overseeing the expansion of funding options for staffing companies. Prior experience includes leadership roles at CIT, where Leavenworth built a financial services team, and Fleet Bank, focusing on middle market lending and syndications. Stephen Leavenworth holds a PhD in Economics from Pace University's Lubin School of Business, an ExMBA in Finance from Baruch College, and a BA in Psychology from Siena College.