City National Bank Of Florida Bolsters International Business With Launch Of Country-Specific Teams For Latin American Clients

Creation of dedicated desks focused on Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Argentina and Dominican Republic coincides with surge of foreign capital in Florida.

‍MIAMI, FL — (April 6, 2026) — City National Bank of Florida (CNB), the state’s second-largest bank with more than $28 billion in assets, is expanding its international banking capabilities with the addition of new team members and a sharpened focus on serving businesses and investors hailing from five Latin American nations that are fueling economic activity across the state.

All told, CNB has added 9 international bankers in the past year, many of whom are serving clients from Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, and Dominican Republic. The creation of these five country-specific ‘desks’ is providing a full suite of services customized around the needs of foreign-based companies, individuals, and families, including commercial and corporate lending, private banking, and wealth management.

In addition to addressing clients’ day-to-day banking needs, originating loans, and guiding wealth management strategies, CNB brings expertise in cross-border commerce, the economic dynamics unfolding in international markets, and domestic and international regulatory matters.

CNB’s expanded emphasis on facilitating international business activity coincides with Florida’s growing appeal as a magnet for global capital, with foreign-affiliated companies controlling more than $140 billion and employing 555,000 Floridians, according to SelectFlorida, the state’s official international commerce organization.

“International companies and investors establishing or expanding their presence in Florida face challenges that are unique to foreign-controlled entities, and City National Bank has been guiding clients in this area for decades,” explains Christian Sundblad, Executive Vice President and Chief Wholesale and International Executive for CNB. “Clients view our bankers as trusted advisors because we have a solid grasp of their businesses and understand the economic dynamics across Florida and in markets overseas.”

While CNB’s international clientele represents a range of industries and sectors, many of its clients have an existing presence in the U.S. and are seeking help growing their exposure in Florida, according to Sundblad.

“Florida has long been one of the most desirable U.S. states in the eyes of Latin American companies and families. While many clients think they know the market, they may not know where to begin when it comes to doing business and investing in our state,” said Sundblad. “Something as straightforward as establishing a credit history or providing the documentation needed to open a bank account can be complex for international clients, and that’s where our bankers step in to guide the process.”

For more information on City National Bank of Florida’s international banking solutions, visit https://www.citynational.com/international-banking.

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

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