BankUnited opened a new, full-service branch in Westshore, Tampa, FL, continuing the bank’s momentum in the region. The bank also plans to open a new St. Petersburg, FL branch in Q4/26.
“Our new Westshore branch and the planned St. Petersburg branch will provide personal and commercial banking solutions to the professionals and businesses that make these communities thrive,” Ernie Diaz, senior executive vice president, head of consumer, small business and commercial banking at BankUnited, said. “The Tampa region is experiencing strong growth across many industries and BankUnited is there to support customer needs and help bolster the regional economy.”
Kris-Eric Surillo, BankUnited market leader and vice president, was recently hired to oversee the new Westshore branch and the existing Tampa/Henderson branch location. Surillo, a 20-year bank professional, joins BankUnited from Synovus Bank in the Tampa region. He is a strong motivational leader known for developing and coaching exceptional teams.
