Ryan W. Wilkinson
Vice President, Private Banker Mr. Wilkinson brings a proven, entrepreneurial background with a broad base of knowledge in real estate and business finance. Mr. Wilkinson is responsible for generating real estate loans, business loans and obtaining bank/investment deposits by developing new relationships and assisting First Foundation clients in meeting their banking needs. Prior to joining First Foundation Bank he was a founder and major shareholder in Synergy Capital Mortgage Corporation, where he served as the Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Wilkinson was instrumental in transitioning the company from a retail mortgage brokerage firm to a retail mortgage banker firm and meeting up tapped market needs by leveraging custom built software to identify key new markets. Mr. Wilkinson serves on the Board committee for the March of Dimes Signature Chef Event. His commitment to philanthropy and community has led him to volunteer in roles that benefit those in need and foster awareness for the cause. Mr. Wilkinson earned a BS from the Marshall School of Business, with an emphasis in Entrepreneurship, at the University of Southern California. « Back to Our Team | 
