Charles Bantis

President Aspen at First Western Trust

Charles Bantis began their banking career in 1986 as an assistant VP at Central Fidelity Bank. Charles quickly rose through the ranks and by 1994 was serving as SVP and division president at Huntington National Bank. In 1999 they made the move to Vectra Bank Colorado, where they served as Roaring Fork Valley market president. During their time at Vectra Bank, Charles was responsible for significant growth in market share and profits. In 2015 they were named president of Aspen at First Western Trust.

Charles Bantis received their MBA from Wake Forest University School of Business with concentrations in General Management and Finance. Charles also has a BA in Economics and International Relations from Syracuse University and a diploma in college prep from Manchester Central High.

Their manager is Scott Wylie, CEO & co-Founder. They work with Josh Wilson - Regional President, John Sawyer - Chief Investment Officer, and Julie Courkamp - Chief Financial Officer.

Timeline

  • President Aspen

    Current role

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