Our Story
Strong Foundations, Brighter Futures
Building bridges of opportunity has been our calling for more than 50 years. Together, we’ll continue to be the foundation that gives people the confidence to Reach Further.
East West Bank was named the top-performing bank by Bank Director for the second consecutive year.* Our continued recognition is a testament to our strong foundation, results-driven performance and commitment to reaching further.
*2023 and 2024 Bank Director’s RankingBanking study, $50 billion and above asset category.
East West Bank was ranked the No. 1 Performing U.S. Public Bank in a 2022 S&P Global Market Intelligence analysis of financial performance at the largest U.S. public banks with over $10 billion in total assets.
Strength and stability are core to who we are. Our senior management and board of directors are continually recognized for their diversity, commitment to inclusion, and financial stewardship of the bank.
We first opened our doors in 1973 with a simple mission—to serve the financial needs of those often overlooked by mainstream banks. That purpose keeps pushing us forward. Today, we’re the premier financial bridge between East and West with a global network ready to serve diverse financial needs.
We continue to grow with our customers, expanding our services and relationships to support dynamic companies on the cusp of technology, entertainment, clean energy, hospitality, and more. All while continuing to uplift families and small businesses throughout the communities we serve.
We build bridges of opportunity for every community we serve, including our associates. Helping our clients reach further leads to careers that help you reach further.
Our community development programs focus on the most pressing needs of the communities we serve: quality of life, small business growth, financial literacy, and diversity and inclusion.
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