LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Foundation Inc. (FFWM) today announced that Cathy McCaw has joined the firm as Managing Director of First Foundation Advisors, a wholly owned subsidiary of the company. Ms. McCaw will be reporting to First Foundation Advisors’ President, John Hakopian. She will be based out of the firm’s Las Vegas, NV office.
“Las Vegas is a priority growth market for our company,” Mr. Hakopian said. “Cathy’s experience serving wealthy entrepreneurs, executives, and families in this market will be critical as we look to expand our offerings and meet the full range of financial needs for our clients. She will work closely with our team in the Las Vegas office to provide a truly integrated client experience.”
Ms. McCaw comes to First Foundation Advisors from Bank of America/U.S. Trust (BAC), where she served as Senior Vice President for nearly 15 years for Private Banking at Bank of America. She was responsible for acquiring, developing, managing, and retaining ultra-high net worth client relationships. She graduated from the University of the Philippines cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree.
About First Foundation
First Foundation, a financial institution founded in 1990, provides integrated investment management, wealth planning, consulting, trust, and banking services. As of June 30, 2014, First Foundation Advisors has $2.8 billion assets under management; First Foundation Bank has $1.16 billion total assets. The company is headquartered in Irvine with offices in Irvine, Newport Beach, Pasadena, West Los Angeles, San Diego, Palm Desert and the Imperial Valley in California, and Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, please visit our website at www.ff-inc.com.