Metropolitan Commercial Bank (NYSE: MCB) appointed Robert Hasler as Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Specialty Deposits to lead the bank's expansion into western U.S. markets, according to a company statement.

Hasler brings more than 20 years of experience in commercial banking, treasury management, and specialty deposit services. He has worked with title and escrow companies, 1031 exchange firms, homeowners association banking clients, and trust-related businesses across the western United States.

During his career at previous positions including Axos Bank, The Bancorp Bank, and Nano Banc, Hasler helped develop more than $1 billion in specialty deposit relationships. He worked with financial institutions, registered investment advisors, escrow providers, and corporate clients on treasury management and liquidity strategies.

"Expanding our presence across the Western U.S. represents an important strategic milestone for Metropolitan Commercial Bank," said Mark R. DeFazio, founder, president, and CEO of the bank.

At MCB, Hasler will focus on expanding the bank's specialty deposit platform throughout western U.S. markets, supporting existing verticals, and developing new commercial banking relationships.

Metropolitan Commercial Bank is a New York City-based commercial bank that has operated since 1999. The bank provides commercial, business, and personal banking solutions with expertise in real estate, property management, legal services, healthcare, government, and EB-5 financial solutions.

The bank operates full-service banking centers in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Great Neck on Long Island, Lakewood, New Jersey, and Miami, with a West Palm Beach location expected to open in June 2026.