Grandpoint Bank recently announced that Roger M. “Rocky” Laverty has been named president of the bank.

(Roger M. Laverty)

Laverty, a member of the bank’s board of directors since its inception in 2010, most recently served as president and CEO of Farmer Bros. Co. He is also the former president and CEO of Smart & Final Inc. and Diedrich Coffee Inc., and was a founding member, chairman and CEO of Prime Advantage, Inc.

“Rocky is a remarkable businessman, and we are fortunate to have his leadership in guiding the bank’s growth across all of our markets,” said Don M Griffith, chairman and CEO of Grandpoint Capital Inc. and Grandpoint Bank. “I’ve known Rocky for years, and his business acumen, his ability to identify and cultivate strategic growth opportunities, and his track record of building successful businesses will be a tremendous benefit to Grandpoint.”

Laverty said he is excited about the new appointment.

“I’ve had the opportunity to be part of the bank’s growth as a member of the board,” Laverty added. “It is now exciting to be on the frontlines, working with an exceptionally talented group of regional executives and their teams. I’m looking forward to contributing the experience I’ve garnered over the course of my career to support the bank’s internal growth and develop new product strategies.”

Laverty will remain on the Grandpoint Bank’s board of directors. For information, visit grandpointbank.com.