Bank of America Names Paul Keifer President of Grand Rapids Market

Bank of America has appointed Paul Keifer as president of its Grand Rapids market, succeeding Renee Tabben, who led the market since 2016 and will continue as Merrill market executive. As president, Keifer will build on Tabben's work, growing market share by fostering local connections and identifying opportunities to deepen client relationships. Keifer has established deep relationships with teammates, clients, and the community throughout his career, which has spanned over a decade with Bank of America.

Key Takeaways:

  • Paul Keifer has been appointed president of Bank of America's Grand Rapids market, succeeding Renee Tabben, who will continue as Merrill market executive.
  • As president, Keifer will oversee efforts to grow market share through local connections and deepening client relationships.
  • Keifer has held progressive leadership roles throughout the region in Consumer Banking, Wealth Management, Digital Banking, and Mortgage Lending, empowering teammates to better serve clients and communities.
  • He leads the Operations and Strategic Partnerships team focused on delivering on Bank of America's $15 billion Community Homeownership Commitment.
  • Keifer serves on the board of directors of Habitat for Humanity of Kent County and the American Youth Soccer Organization and is the chair of the Northeast Board of Governors for the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals.
  • He was named to the Crain's Grand Rapids 40 Under 40 Business Leaders in West Michigan in 2023.

Statistics:

  • Bank of America's $15 billion Community Homeownership Commitment aims to provide grants, community revitalization programs, affordable mortgage loans, and small business lending nationwide.
  • Paul Keifer has over 13 years of experience with Bank of America, starting in Detroit in 2010.
  • The Grand Rapids market has been led by Renee Tabben since 2016, with Keifer succeeding her as president.
  • Bank of America facilitates connections between clients, teammates, and communities through Keifer's leadership of the Operations and Strategic Partnerships team.

Sources:

  • Bank of America Corporation news release.