Ryan Palmquest
Senior Director of Cannabis Banking
Office Information
Areas Served
AZ
CA
CO
DC
FL
KS
MD
MO
NC
NM
OK
OR
SC
TN
TX
VA
WA
WI
WV
Get to know me
As the Senior Vice President of Hemp Business, I understand the importance of investing time to learn about your business, strategies and key objectives within this quickly evolving industry. I know the inherent challenges of establishing a banking relationship in the hemp market and make it my priority to provide the best solutions for you.
Having worked in commercial banking for almost two decades, I take pride in understanding my customers’ banking needs and enjoy partnering with them to help grow their business.
Having worked in commercial banking for almost two decades, I take pride in understanding my customers’ banking needs and enjoy partnering with them to help grow their business.
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.
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
Hemp
Education
St. Martin’s University, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Pre-Law
Resources
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