Brian Thomas

Brian Thomas

Brian Thomas serves as the Senior Vice President & Commercial Team Lead at Summit Bank, focusing on the Portland Metro/SW Washington market. With a deep-rooted passion for empowering local business owners and nonprofit organizations, Brian dedicates himself to helping them surpass their financial objectives. His expertise spans over 18 years in commercial lending, where he has significantly impacted local manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and professional service firms by focusing on their unique financial needs. Additionally, Brian possesses a strong background in handling complex owner-occupied and investor real estate transactions. A proud alumnus of the University of Oregon, Brian graduated with a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in finance. His commitment to professional growth and excellence is evident in completing the OBA Executive Development Program and his active involvement on prestigious boards such as the Risk Management Association (RMA) and the Portland Rotary Trust Board. Brian is enhancing his expertise by entering the third year of the Pacific West Coast Banking School. Beyond his professional realm, Brian is an avid golfer and enjoys volunteering and spending quality time with his family.

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