HQ Function

Served as the primary administrative and strategic center for all Bank of the West operations, including executive leadership, corporate strategy, risk management, and major departmental oversight before the BMO acquisition.

Notable Features:

The headquarters was situated in a prominent building within San Francisco's financial district, reflecting its status as a significant regional bank. It housed modern office facilities typical for a large financial institution.

Work Culture:

Bank of the West aimed to foster a customer-focused and community-oriented work culture. It emphasized teamwork, diversity, and inclusion. Post-acquisition, employees have been integrated into BMO's work culture.

HQ Significance:

The San Francisco headquarters was historically significant as the command center for a bank with a strong presence in the Western and Midwestern United States, guiding its growth and community impact for many years.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters aimed to reflect stability, trustworthiness, and a commitment to the financial well-being of its customers and communities across its operational footprint.

Location:

As a U.S. regional bank, Bank of the West's direct global presence was limited. However, prior to its acquisition by BMO, it was a subsidiary of BNP Paribas, a large international banking group headquartered in Paris, France. This affiliation provided Bank of the West and its customers with access to a global network and international banking capabilities. Post-acquisition, its global connections are now through BMO Financial Group, which has operations in Canada, the U.S., and select other international markets.

Street Address:

180 Montgomery Street

City:

San Francisco

State/Province:

California

Country:

USA