David Morris is the Chief Executive Officer of RBB Bancorp, a role he stepped into in March 2023 after serving as Interim CEO. His journey in the banking world is extensive, with over 35 years of experience. Prior to becoming...

David Morris is the Chief Executive Officer of RBB Bancorp, a role he stepped into in March 2023 after serving as Interim CEO. His journey in the banking world is extensive, with over 35 years of experience. Prior to becoming CEO, David had notable roles as President, CEO, and CFO of RBB Bancorp, showcasing his deep understanding of the financial sector. In 2022, he was recognized for his leadership when he was promoted from his position as Executive Vice President and CFO to Interim CEO. His focus has been on aligning executive pay with company performance, emphasizing results that benefit shareholders. Financially, he took a hit in 2022 as he only earned a total of $673,235, but his total compensation jumped significantly in 2023 to about $1,069,978, which is mostly tied to vested stocks and options. Interestingly, David’s stock activities show a trend of strategic trading, with monthly sell-offs peaking in 2021, hitting around $1.2 million in a single month. He’s also actively involved in community development, serving on the Economic Development Commission for the City of Oceanside. David holds a B.S. from the University of Maryland and an MBA from the University of Southern California. His balanced view of performance reflects a commitment to navigating the banking industry effectively while focusing on sustainable growth for RBB Bancorp.