Banc of California (NYSE:BANC) is a state-chartered commercial bank headquartered in Santa Ana, California. Originally founded in 1941 as Santa Ana National Bank, the institution was revitalized and rebranded in 2013 to better serve the dynamic business environment of the Golden State. Today, Banc of California operates as a full-service regional bank offering a broad spectrum of banking solutions tailored to the needs of small and middle-market enterprises, as well as individual consumers.
The bank’s core business activities include commercial lending, deposit services, treasury and cash management, and payment solutions. Banc of California provides term loans, lines of credit, equipment financing and real estate lending to support business growth and operational needs. On the deposit side, it offers checking and savings accounts, money market accounts and certificates of deposit. The bank also maintains an online and mobile banking platform, enabling customers to access account information, initiate payments and manage liquidity with ease. Through its BANC Wealth Management unit, the bank extends advisory and investment services to high-net-worth clients and business owners seeking portfolio management and retirement planning support.
With a network of branches across Southern and Northern California—including Orange County, Los Angeles, the Inland Empire, the Bay Area and San Diego—Banc of California remains deeply rooted in local communities. The bank also maintains select commercial lending offices outside the state to support clients with multi-regional operations. Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Jared M. Wolff, the institution emphasizes relationship-driven banking, community engagement and a customer-centric culture designed to foster long-term partnerships and regional economic growth.
