First Western Financial (NASDAQ:MYFW) is a bank holding company headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, operating through its wholly owned subsidiary, First Western Trust Bank. The company specializes in private banking, wealth management, trust, and brokerage services tailored to high-net-worth individuals, families, and closely held businesses. Core offerings include customized lending solutions, fiduciary and trust administration, investment advisory, and retirement plan services, all delivered with a client-focused approach and an emphasis on long-term relationships.
Founded in 1966 as a privately held trust company, First Western Trust built its reputation by serving clients throughout the Western United States. In 2015, the company reorganized under the bank holding company structure and completed a successful initial public offering. This transition enabled First Western Financial to expand its capital base and support continued geographic growth while maintaining its commitment to personalized service and disciplined risk management.
First Western Trust maintains a network of full-service offices in key western markets, including Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Phoenix, and Scottsdale. Through these locations, the firm delivers regionally tailored expertise supported by centralized investment research and trust administration capabilities. Its clientele encompasses entrepreneurs, family offices, nonprofit organizations, and corporate executives seeking sophisticated cash management, trust services, and strategic wealth planning.
Under the guidance of a seasoned executive leadership team, First Western Financial emphasizes prudent growth and client satisfaction. The board of directors is chaired by the company’s founder and executive chairman, whose vision for combining banking, investment management, and fiduciary services continues to shape the firm’s culture. Supported by senior officers with deep experience in private banking and asset management, First Western Financial remains focused on delivering customized financial solutions and preserving its heritage of client-driven excellence.
