William Purcell

William Purcell serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors at Community Bank of the Bay since July 2009, which recently announced a sale at an 80% premium to book value expected to close by the end of the year. As CEO and President of Purcell International since January 1964, William has overseen operations in import and export, primarily focusing on food products. William's extensive background also includes a role as Vice President of purchasing, sales, and logistics at Island Sun Company from 1966 to 1984, which served as a predecessor to Purcell International. Additional experience spans various positions in the food, logistics, and trucking industries from 1966 to 1974, as well as coaching water polo at the Olympic Club and Diablo Water Polo. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in International Economics from the University of California, Berkeley, and an Associate of Arts from the College of San Mateo.