Sermir Kemal Ozveren

About Sermir Kemal Ozveren

I am a Turkish-American banking professional with over a decade of experience serving businesses and entrepreneurs in the San Francisco Bay Area. As a First Vice President, Commercial Banker at Amalgamated Bank, I partner with mission-driven companies, nonprofits, and growing enterprises to deliver responsible, relationship-focused financial solutions that support long-term, sustainable growth.With a background as an International Banker, I bring a strong understanding of cross-border banking and complex client structures, enabling me to support diverse and globally connected organizations. My expertise spans commercial lending, treasury and cash management, deposit solutions, and strategic financial structuring tailored to each client’s operating and impact goals.I am known for simplifying complex financial needs, identifying practical opportunities, and providing clear, actionable guidance. I take a consultative, values-aligned approach to relationship management, building trusted partnerships that reflect Amalgamated Bank’s commitment to social responsibility, financial transparency, and economic inclusion.Through disciplined execution, cultural fluency, and a client-first mindset, I help organizations navigate today’s evolving financial landscape while aligning capital with purpose.

Experience

1. First Vice President, Commercial Banker

   Amalgamated Bank

   Dec 2025 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US

Education

• Marmara University

  BS, Business Administration and Management, General

  1994 — 2000

• Lasell University

  Certificate Program, English Language and Literature, General

  2002 — 2003

• Özel Toros Okulları

  Middle School+High School, General Studies

  1988 — 1994

• Samsun Private School

  Middle School, General Studies

  1987 — 1988