1st Century Bank Culture

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1st Century Bank’s Culture Rating is 88% positive

Number of Employees (United States) 3,100

Headquarters: 1875 Century Park East, Suite 1400, Los Angeles, CA 90067

Phone Number: (310) 270 9500

1st Century Bank Culture

We prioritize employee engagement and career development through team building, training, mentorship and open communication. Our “train our own and promote from within” approach provides clear growth paths for each team member. Additionally, our commitment to social responsibility, boosts team morale and enriches our collaborative culture.

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1st Century Bank Company Information

Founded in 2004, 1st Century had a vision to create a bank with unparalleled client service in Los Angeles. Our culture is built on the extraordinary importance of personal attention, experienced guidance and commitment to the communities we serve. In 2016, 1st Century Bank merged with MidFirst Bank, the nation’s largest privately held financial institution and recipient of the highest score in the Southwest region in the 2018 and 2019 J.D. Power U.S. Retail Banking Satisfaction Study. This combination of private ownership, a strong capital base, and local market focus and expertise allows 1st Century Bank to provide greater scale and opportunity for our clientele while retaining our exceptional service model and the flexible, local decision-making that distinguishes 1st Century Bank. Rooted in California and proud to serve communities across SoCal, 1st Century Bank blends entrepreneurial spirit with personalized banking, offering meaningful work, supportive leadership and a place where people feel valued and inspired every day.

1st Century Bank Mission Statement

We empower the customers and communities we serve by delivering trusted, personalized financial services to help them achieve their goals.

1st Century Bank Vision Statement

To be our customers’ most trusted financial services partner.

1st Century Bank Values

Our core values are best summarized in the acronym SERVE.

SERVICE: We are dedicated to exceeding expectations every time.

EMPOWERED: We empower each other to deliver exceptional results the right way.

RESPONSIVE: We respond quickly and prioritize finding effective, logical solutions.

VALUE: We deliver value through collaboration and building relationships.

ENGAGED: We create a fun, engaged culture where employees and clients thrive.

Headquarter
1875 Century Park East, Suite 1400, Los Angeles, CA 90067

Founding Date
2004

Tel
(310) 270 9500

1st Century Bank CEO

Mr. DiNapoli is President and Chief Executive Officer of 1st Century Bank. Mr. DiNapoli has over 20 years of experience in banking and finance, including extensive loan analysis and financial modeling for middle market companies and high net worth individuals. Mr. DiNapoli joined 1st Century Bank as a founding officer before the Bank opened in 2003. He became President of the Bank in 2007, and CEO in 2008. Mr. DiNapoli started his banking career at Union Bank where he attended Union Bank’s Management Training Program in 1991. Mr. DiNapoli has a B.A. in history from University of California Berkeley. Mr. DiNapoli served as a Trustee of the University of California Berkeley Foundation from 2014-2016, Vice President of the University of California Library Advisory Committee, a former member of the Los Angeles Museum of Contemporary Art Drawings Committee, and a former board member of the March of Dimes, Southern California Chapter.

1st Century Bank Highlights

Employees at 1st Century Bank are specially satisfied with these key aspects of their work experience.

I like the people I work with

I am satisfied with my employer

Leadership

91% Positive

91% of employees have rated their Leadership team positively.

Engagement

92% Positive

92% of employees have rated their Overall Engagement positively.

Role Satisfaction

90% Positive

90% of employees have rated their Role Satisfaction positively.

Employee Engagement Highlights
I am proud to work for this organization 93
I am willing to give extra effort to help this organization succeed 97
I plan to continue my career with this organization for at least two more years 92
1st Century Bank Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
  • PTO / Vacation Policy
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Community Hours

  • Volunteer Time Off

Financial Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401K / Retirement Plan
  • Performance Bonus
Office Perks
  • Free Food
  • Company Social Outings
  • Work From Home Policy