Jeffrey J. Bell joined First National Bank of Arizona in 2000, bringing with him over six years of banking experience. As Senior Vice President for Commercial Lending Mr. Bell manages a team of origination and portfolio management. In addition to these duties, he originates and develops new business for First National Bank of Arizona.

Mr. Bell began his banking career as a Credit Analyst for Bank of Arizona. He was quickly promoted to Commercial Construction Officer. In 1998, Bell was hired as an Assistant Vice President at Wells Fargo. In 2000, Bell joined First Bank of Arizona as Vice President/Participation Manager where he oversaw a $100,000,000 participation portfolio. Additionally, he was responsible for the management and training of financial interns and credit analysts for First Bank of Arizona. In June 2002, he was promoted to his current position a Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending.

Bell graduated from the University of Arizona with two Bachelor of Arts degrees, one in English and another in History. He earned an MBA from the University of Phoenix in September 2002. Bell also has extensive financial training and has completed RMA Training, AIB Training in Financing Independent Business, as well as certification at Western Banking School of Management. He is currently pursuing continued education at Pacific Coast Banking School.

Mr. Bell is involved in a number of organizations including the MISS Foundation and Young Professionals of Arizona. When he can find the time between work and school, he enjoys golfing, skiing and hiking.