DANIEL WALKER
EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN
HENRY WALKER
CEO
F&M BANK
WHY: Brothers are fourth generation of Walkers to work at the bank, which was opened in 1907 by their great-grandfather C.J. Walker. Big believer in branch model, with 15 in OC alone. Big supporter of nonprofits, such as helping arrange loans for $94M Orange County Museum of the Arts in Costa Mesa. OC deposits at $4.7B, making it the 10th largest with operations in county.
IN THE NEWS: Daniel Walker relinquished CEO role to brother Henry, who was president. CFO John Hinrichs retired after 60 years at the bank.
QUOTABLE: “The realignment of our executive management roles signifies a natural progression, as the bank enters its 117th year. Providing rewarding career paths and promoting from within have always been hallmarks of F&M.” — Daniel Walker
