Neal Baldon

Neal Baldon is an accomplished banking professional with extensive experience in commercial sales and relationship management. Currently serving as the Senior Vice President and Commercial Sales Manager at Sunwest Bank since September 2025, Neal leads the California Commercial Sales Team, focusing on advising mid to large-sized businesses in commercial financial services. Prior to this role, Neal held senior positions at First Bank and Pacific Premier Bank, where responsibilities included building and managing teams of Relationship Managers and overseeing business development and portfolio management for clients across various markets. Neal's earlier experience includes roles at Plaza Bank, BBVA Compass, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and California First National Bank, with a strong emphasis on commercial banking, client consultation, and financial advisory services. Neal earned a Bachelor of Science degree from California State University, Fullerton.