FLAGSTAR PRIVATE BANK EXPANDS WEALTH CAPABILITIES, APPOINTS LEADERS TO OVERSEE THEM; LAUNCHES REGIONAL AND SECTOR FOCUSED OPERATING MODEL
Rhea-AI Summary
Flagstar Bank (NYSE: FLG) announced an expansion of Flagstar Private Bank and Wealth Management on Dec 9, 2025, adding two wealth-planning capabilities—Family Advisory, Trusts & Estate Planning led by Carly Doshi and Insurance led by Irene Bowers—and launching a regionally focused operating model across three regions (Northeast, Southeast, West) and three sector verticals (Legal & Professional Services, Community Markets, Innovation & Private Markets).
The firm opened a Private Client Office in Palm Beach, FL, plans a 2026 San Francisco office, appointed multiple regional and vertical heads, and cites consolidated totals of $91.7B assets, $63.2B loans, $69.2B deposits, and $8.1B stockholders' equity as of Sept 30, 2025.
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- Added dedicated leads for Family Advisory, Trusts & Estate Planning
- Added dedicated lead for Insurance to expand product suite
- Opened Private Client Office in Palm Beach, FL; San Francisco office planned for 2026
- Reported consolidated $91.7B assets as of Sept 30, 2025
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News Market Reaction 1 Alert
On the day this news was published, FLG declined 1.40%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
FLG is up 1.42% while close peers show mixed, mostly modest moves (e.g., AUB -1.07%, ABCB -0.23%, HWC +0.57%), pointing to a stock-specific reaction rather than a sector-wide shift.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29 | Dividend declaration | Positive | -1.8% | Announced quarterly cash dividends on common and preferred stock. |
| Oct 24 | Earnings results | Negative | +4.8% | Reported Q3 2025 net loss and adjusted net loss to common holders. |
| Oct 17 | Reorganization completion | Positive | +2.3% | Completed merger of holding company into the bank, simplifying structure. |
| Oct 15 | Shareholder approval | Positive | -0.9% | Shareholders approved holding company reorganization at special meeting. |
| Oct 06 | Regulatory approvals | Positive | -0.3% | Received OCC approvals to merge holding company into the bank. |
Recent news often showed divergent price reactions, with shares frequently moving opposite the intuitive news sentiment.
Over the past few months, FLG has focused on balance sheet transparency, capital markets positioning, and corporate simplification. Key steps included regulatory approvals and shareholder consent to merge the holding company into Flagstar Bank, N.A., completed on Oct 17, 2025, plus registration and disclosure updates supporting the new structure. Earnings on Oct 24, 2025 highlighted net losses but sequential improvement, while an Oct 29 dividend declaration reaffirmed capital return. Today’s operating-model and leadership expansion fits into this broader effort to position FLG as a streamlined, growth-oriented regional bank.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement details an expansion of Flagstar’s private banking and wealth capabilities, including new leadership for family advisory, trusts, estate planning, and insurance, plus a three-region and three-vertical coverage model. It follows an 18-month transformation that included corporate reorganization and balance sheet repositioning. Investors may monitor how these hires convert into client growth in key markets like New York, Florida, and California, while keeping an eye on core metrics such as assets of $91.7 billion and deposits of $69.2 billion.
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Product expansion and rollout of a regional operating model will strengthen Flagstar's holistic private banking approach, deepen client relationships, broaden capabilities, and drive growth
- Carly Doshi appointed Executive Vice President, Head of Family Advisory, Trusts, and Estate Planning, advises clients on a range of matters including income and estate planning, wealth transfer, philanthropy, family governance, family office advisory, and financial planning. Most recently, she served as Managing Director, Head of Wealth Planning and International Connectivity at HSBC. Prior experience includes roles at JPMorgan Chase, Evercore Wealth Management, and Fiduciary Trust Company International.
- Irene Bowers Blumberg appointed Executive Vice President, Head of Insurance, will oversee and expand the insurance product suite. She has two decades of experience from HSBC, most recently as Managing Director, Head of Insurance, Wealth & Personal Banking, where she led insurance strategy and client advisory. She previously held roles at JPMorgan Chase, including Vice President and Agency Manager, Private Client Insurance Group.
"By expanding our wealth capabilities with experts like Irene and Carly and building on significant leadership investments made earlier this year—including appointing Mark Pittsey to lead Flagstar's Private Banking and Wealth Management organization and Brett Mitstifer as Chief Investment Officer—we're strengthening our foundation to serve the full spectrum of clients' business and personal needs," said Rich Raffetto, SEVP, President, Commercial & Private Banking. "These appointments reflect our commitment to investing in our people and capabilities to deliver a relationship-centered client experience."
In addition, Flagstar Private Bank has introduced a regionally focused operating model spanning three regions—Northeast, Southeast, and West—together with three industry focused verticals with subject matter expertise for clients in Legal and Professional Services, Community Markets, and Innovation & Private Markets.
Northeast Region
Flagstar has a well-established Private Client base in the
- Charlie Ryan - Northeast Region Co-Head. With nearly 35 years' experience leading commercial and private banking teams, Charlie co-leads the
New York City region specializing in business owners, law firms, and professional services, overseeing 15 private banking teams based primarily inNew York City . - Richard Petrosky - Northeast Region Co-Head. Having recently joined Flagstar, Rich has 25 years' experience in private banking and wealth management and joins to co-lead the
New York City region, overseeing 14 private banking teams specializing in serving the needs of business owners, investment professionals, and private capital markets participants. Rich joins Flagstar from HSBC, where he oversaw the Northeast market and served as Head of Family Office Client Coverage. He also spent time at J.P. Morgan Private Bank. - Michele Celestino - Northeast Region Co-Head and Interim Southeast Region Head. With nearly 25 years' experience in private banking and wealth management, Michele oversees 15 private banking teams located in
Long Island andFlorida , with an emphasis on customized residential mortgages and other bespoke lending solutions and wealth management. Prior to Flagstar, Michele served as a Senior Managing Director at First Republic Bank.
Southeast and West Regions
Three Sector-Focused Verticals
In parallel, Flagstar Private Bank has launched three verticals covering Legal and Professional Services, Community Markets, and Innovation & Private Markets. Each vertical will be led by subject matter experts with deep sector knowledge, delivering insight-driven advice and tailored strategies for specific client types. Leading these verticals are:
- Angelo Galati - EVP, Head of Legal & Professional Services. With over 20 years' experience in commercial and private banking, Angelo specializes in catering to the needs of law firms and other professional services firms. Prior to Flagstar, he served in roles at Signature Bank, Herald National Bank, State Bank of
Long Island , and JPMorgan Chase. - Steve Rochlin - EVP, Head of Innovation & Private Markets. With 35 years' experience in commercial and private banking, Steve has spent his career working with entrepreneurs, with a focus on private equity, venture capital, and privately held businesses. Prior to Flagstar, Steve served in roles at First Republic Bank and Bank of America.
- Meyer Eichler - EVP, Head of Community Markets. With more than 20 years' experience in commercial and private banking, Meyer has fostered relationships with specialized community groups. Meyer spent his career at Signature Bank prior to the acquisition and merger with Flagstar.
"Our transformation over the past 18 months has been about strengthening value for clients and building a stronger foundation for growth," said Mark Pittsey, Head of Flagstar Private Banking & Wealth Management. "This new model sharpens our focus on key markets and industry sectors, is fully aligned with our strategic plan, and further strengthens our commitment to relationship banking and operational excellence. By empowering local leaders and connecting bankers more closely to clients, we're driving stronger performance, positioning us for long-term success as a leading regional bank."
Flagstar Private Bank and Wealth Management serves individuals, families, business owners, and organizations seeking sophisticated financial advice through a dedicated private banker, using a relationship-driven approach to address both their business and personal banking needs. Clients receive a tailored, boutique lending, banking, and wealth management experience that leverages the full breadth and depth of the company's expertise and capabilities.
Flagstar Bank, N.A.
Flagstar Bank, N.A., is one of the largest regional banks in the country and is headquartered in
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