Parkside Announces Derek Laur as Chief Financial Officer
Parkside is proud to announce the promotion of Derek Laur to Chief Financial Officer, a move that reflects his nearly 25 years of financial expertise and steadfast dedication to clients and business partners.
In his new role, Derek will lead the company’s financial strategy, with a focus on optimizing capital allocation, guiding long-term growth initiatives, and navigating complex financial challenges. His experience managing sophisticated commercial lending transactions and grasp of the Bank’s balance sheet management practices provides a strong foundation for this expanded leadership role.
"Derek has always been a strategic thinker and a trusted advisor to our clients," said James C. Wagner, Chief Executive Officer of Parkside Financial Bank & Trust. "His ability to deliver clear, actionable financial guidance will now serve our entire organization as we continue to scale and evolve in today’s dynamic business environment."
Derek holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Washington University in St. Louis. He is also a graduate of the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking at the University of Pennsylvania and a recipient of the Wharton Leadership Certificate. He completed formal Commercial Bank Credit Training at LaSalle Bank in Chicago.
Derek’s promotion underscores Parkside’s continued commitment to investing in talent from within and expanding the leadership team with deep industry insight and a client-first mindset.
Parkside Financial Bank & Trust is a privately held institution with a uniquely fresh perspective on banking, commercial lending, trust, and family office services–one focused on creating unparalleled simplicity in today’s increasingly complex financial environment.