City National Bank Of Florida Adds Five Senior Bankers In Support Of Statewide Growth Strategy

The bank is expanding its workforce by 20 percent over the next year, demonstrating a strong commitment to growth and investment in talent.

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City National Bank of Florida (CNB) is expanding its team with the addition of five seasoned professionals. The new hires build on the momentum of the bank’s recent growth - having added 72 new team members in the last quarter - underscoring the bank’s commitment to delivering tailored financial solutions to clients across Florida. The bank has a strong track record of success, consistently attracting leaders who want to be part of a winning culture poised for continued growth.

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All told, CNB has set out to add more than 200 team members over the next 12 months. Florida’s economic landscape is among the strongest in the nation, with robust growth fueled by a rising population of businesses and individuals. This sustained stability has been a key driver behind CNB’s growth, with the bank’s assets expanding from $3 billion to more than $27 billion in the past 15 years, making it one of the 75 largest banks in the country, according to The Federal Reserve. “We are continuing to strengthen our team of industry leaders – adding depth and expertise that reflects Florida’s dynamic business environment, while exemplifying our company culture and commitment to relationship banking,” City National Bank Vice Chairman and CEO Jorge Gonzalez said. “This approach is setting CNB apart in one of the nation’s most competitive banking markets.”

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CNB’s newest team members include the following professionals:

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• Lenya Suarez Rojo – Managing Senior Vice President, Business & Personal Banking Executive: Suarez Rojo is returning to CNB after previously serving the bank for more than 15 years. In her new role, she will oversee CNB’s banking centers, spearheading strategic initiatives aimed at driving revenue growth and elevating the client experience. With more than 20 years of banking experience, Suarez Rojo has successfully managed multi-branch networks, led high-performing sales teams, and implemented data-driven programs focused on cross-selling, team development, and operational efficiency.
• Kevin Miliffe – Managing Senior Vice President, Commercial Real Estate Director: In his previous role, Miliffe served as Executive VP and Head of Commercial Real Estate. In under two years, he grew the commercial real estate deposit portfolio from less than $200 million to $930 million and closed $1.8 billion in loan commitments. Kevin will lead a team charged with expanding CNB’s presence in Broward and Palm Beach.
• Stephen King – Senior Vice President, Senior Real Estate Relationship Manager: King has extensive experience helping clients navigate complex real estate transactions. He has led lending teams and structured deals across a range of asset types with both institutional and high-net-worth clients, consistently delivering strategic solutions tailored to their unique goals.
• Alexander Canelas – First Vice President, Real Estate Relationship Manager: Canelas brings nearly 15 years of expertise in commercial real estate and credit risk, including 13 years at CNB. He has a strong track record of managing large loan portfolios and crafting financing solutions across various property types, consistently providing clients with personalized lending solutions.
• Richard Foster – First Vice President, Real Estate Relationship Manager: Foster works closely with municipalities, investors, and business owners to manage loan and deposit portfolios. His focus is on building strong client relationships and supporting growth through practical, service-oriented banking.

Lenya Suarez Rojo, Kevin Miliffe, Stephen King, and Alexander Canelas are returning to the bank.

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About City National Bank of Florida

City National Bank of Florida (CNB) has been a trusted partner to individuals, businesses, and communities for 80 years. With more than $28 billion in assets, CNB ranks among Florida’s largest and fastest-growing banks and is one of the nation’s 75-largest banks according to The Federal Reserve. Headquartered in Miami, CNB is expanding across South and Central Florida, supported by a team of more than 1,200 employees statewide. CNB is a subsidiary of Chile’s Banco de Credito e Inversiones (Bci) and remains a community-centric institution guided by local decision-making, with services including commercial and corporate banking, private banking, international banking, commercial real estate, wealth management, residential mortgages, community association banking, and capital markets. CNB continuously invests in technology, talent, and strategic partnerships, such as serving as the official bank of the University of Miami and Orlando Magic. CNB holds a 5-star “Superior” rating from BauerFinancial and has earned an “Outstanding” Community Reinvestment Act designation for 24 consecutive years for its commitment to lending in underserved communities. The bank is certified as a “Great Place to Work” and named by Fortune as a Best Medium Workplace, Best Workplace for Women, and Best Workplace in Financial Services & Insurance. CNBFL Member FDIC