CWBC News & Events

James J. Kim, CEO of Community West Bancshares, and President and CEO of Community West Bank, announced the retirement of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Blaine C. Lauhon, effective December 31, 2026. "Blaine has been an integral member of our executive leadership team, overseeing operational and support departments throughout the Bank and helping to guide transformative initiatives with foresight and precision," shared Kim. "His steady and intelligent leadership, vision, and compassion for our team, clients, and communities have helped position our growing community bank for long-term success. We are deeply grateful for his many contributions, and for his friendship."

The Board of Directors of Community West Bancshares reported unaudited consolidated net income of $11,170,000, and diluted earnings per share of $0.58 for the three months ended December 31, 2025, compared to a net income of $6,895,000 and $0.36 per diluted common share for the three months ended December 31, 2024. The Company declared a $0.12 per common share cash dividend, payable on February 20, 2026 to shareholders of record as of February 6, 2026.