Shant Chahinian

VP, Business Banker

Office Information

Areas Served

Los Angeles County

Get to know me

As a First Citizens commercial banker, it’s important to invest in understanding your business, strategies and key objectives. An established process and skilled team of specialists help me tailor solutions to fit you and your organization. Clients appreciate our trusted partnership in planning for long-term success.

I earned my Masters degree from California Lutheran University with a concentration in Finance. My career includes over 15 years in banking with the majority of that time spent in the Business Banking space. My specific focus has been working with clients in the Commercial and Industrial space that are in the growth phase of the business cycle.

I began my banking career in the San Fernando Valley where I was born and raised.

I am passionate about spending my spare time with my family and serving my community by volunteering at various events.

I invite you to connect with me on LinkedIn.

Our approach

At First Citizens, our Bankers view business relationships with you through a long-term lens. This aligns with our brand ethics, business philosophies and statement of purpose for building a long, lasting alliance. We make recommendations and decisions based on what’s best for your business and focus on your growth, expansion and success.

Management at First Citizens is regional, and we guide your accounts in the same manner—with regional support and authority. Our relationship management teams include inside and outside relationship managers, credit professionals and product specialists. Our consulting and business strategy services include industry change optimization, business process management and financial management processes.

We pride ourselves on working together to bring positive results to your business, as we see your vision come to fruition.

Industry Expertise

Automotive
Commercial and Industrial
Dental

Education

Cal State University of Northridge, B.S and Cal Lutheran University, MBA

Personal Interests

Basketball, running, mountain biking, traveling.

Community Involvement

I enjoy volunteering at my children's school to help the betterment of our community.

Resources

Make sense of the markets. We have our fingers on the pulse of economic growth, investor sentiment and valuation trends.
Start, grow and expand. Our industry knowledge helps you build a long-term approach for successful business strategies.
Check out the full range of commercial financing services offered by First Citizens Bank.