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Gateway Bank (OTCPK: GWBK) celebrated the grand opening of its relocated Walnut Creek branch at 1801 N. California Blvd, Suite 101 on March 2, 2026.
The full-service branch is a block from the Walnut Creek BART station, across from the business district, offers building parking, and will operate Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm.
Gateway Bank (OTCPK: GWBK) announced two senior hires to its Walnut Creek office on February 11, 2026. Romeo Luz joins as Senior Vice President, Relationship Manager, and Ajeet Singh as Vice President, Relationship Manager, both focused on deposit gathering and commercial loan growth.
The hires bring a combined >68 years of commercial banking experience, portfolio management expertise, and specialized training intended to support Gateway Bank's expansion and customer service in the Walnut Creek market.
Gateway Bank (OTCPK: GWBK) completed a $16.1 million private placement of common stock on February 3, 2026 to institutional and accredited investors. Proceeds will be used to strengthen regulatory capital ratios and to support organic growth and strategic Bay Area expansion.
Management said the raise, combined with Mukhtar Ali as President and CEO, positions the bank to deepen customer relationships, expand into additional Bay Area communities, and improve profitability. Janney Montgomery Scott acted as financial advisor and Godfrey & Kahn served as legal counsel.
Gateway Bank, F.S.B. (GWBK) has appointed Mukhtar Ali as its new President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Ali brings over 35 years of executive leadership experience in the banking industry and previously served as President and Chief Credit Officer for Community Bank of the Bay in Oakland.
The appointment aligns with Gateway's mission to serve the Oakland and Bay Area community, with Chairman and CEO Arnold Grisham highlighting Ali's deep local ties as a key factor in the selection.