Founded in 1990, First Foundation Inc. operated as a comprehensive financial services company dedicated to providing integrated solutions to individuals, businesses, and nonprofits. The company's core mission was to offer a "single-point-of-contact" model, combining the services of a bank, a wealth management firm, and a trust company. It grew significantly through organic expansion and acquisitions, serving clients primarily in California, Texas, Nevada, and Hawaii. In February 2024, facing pressures in the regional banking sector, First Foundation Inc. completed a merger with PacWest Bancorp. The combined holding company now operates as Pacific Western Bancorp (NASDAQ: PACW), and the bank operates as Pacific Western Bank, effectively retiring the First Foundation brand.

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