Alex Penning

Alex Penning is a seasoned finance professional with significant experience in banking and lending. Currently serving as Managing Director and Head of Banking & Lending at Cresset since June 2022, Alex focuses on transforming wealth management strategies while also advising on portfolio management at Lumonic as a Strategic Advisor since March 2024. Prior experience includes 16 years at Metropolitan Capital, ultimately rising to Executive Vice President, where Alex was instrumental in business development and strategic planning. Noteworthy accomplishments include leading the establishment of the first regional office in San Francisco and managing teams across the U.S. Alex holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from DePauw University and studied briefly at Queen Mary University of London.