Clint E. Stein is the President and CEO of Columbia Banking Systems, a role he has held since January 2020. Stein has a strong background in banking with over 18 years of experience in finance and accounting. He started his...
Clint E. Stein is the President and CEO of Columbia Banking Systems, a role he has held since January 2020. Stein has a strong background in banking with over 18 years of experience in finance and accounting. He started his career at Columbia in 2005 as the Chief Accounting Officer. In 2012, he was promoted to Chief Financial Officer, and shortly after, in 2017, he took on the role of Chief Operating Officer. Stein’s leadership has been critical during Columbia's recent merger with Umpqua, and he continues to serve on the boards of both companies. His compensation package reflects his performance, with a total for 2023 reaching about $6.9 million, which includes a salary and an annual bonus based on corporate goals. Interestingly, Stein's role integrates strategic planning with operational management, making him a key figure in the company’s growth and financial health. With a solid plan in place for his retirement benefits, including a Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan, he positions himself for a secure future while also aiming to enhance shareholder value.