FOUNDER, CEO, COMMERCEWEST BANK
WHY: Runs one of the largest commercial banks based in OC. Launched an initial public
offering in 2001. The bank’s HQ is in Irvine and serves businesses throughout California.
IN THE NEWS: CommerceWest saw its deposits rose 25% year-over-year to $1.1B as of June 2021.
NOTABLE: Recently moved to new, larger HQ alongside the 405 Freeway.
QUOTABLE: “Inflation is causing many of our business clients to reassess their cost structure, automate and increase prices on products or services,” Tjan said in February.
