BayCom names William Black executive vice chairman

BayCom (BCML) announced that its Board of Directors has approved a leadership transition and appointed three new executives to execute the company’s next phase of growth. The Board has appointed William J. Black, Jr. as Executive Vice Chairman of the Company and the Bank. The Board has appointed Christopher F. Baron as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company and the Bank. The Board has also appointed Kevin L. Thompson as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company and the Bank. In connection with the management transition, George J. Guarini, Janet L. King and Keary L. Colwell have each tendered their resignations from the Board of Directors of the Company, effective April 10, 2026. The Company’s Board has approved the appointments of Mr. Baron and Mr. Black as members of the Board, each effective as of April 13, 2026. Lloyd W. Kendall, Jr. will continue to serve as Chair and William J. Black, Jr. will serve as Executive Vice Chair.