BankUnited names new executive vice president

Earlier this week, Miami Lakes-based BankUnited announced Kelly Taub is the bank’s new executive vice president and director of credit review.

Taub’s promotion comes after the retirement of Walter Sheilds, who held the position since joining BankUnited in 2016. BankUnited Chairman, President and CEO Rajinder P. Singh noted, “As someone who is highly regarded in the industry and an expert in credit risk management, Walter has made invaluable contributions to our bank in a critically important area. We are appreciative of all he has accomplished on behalf of BankUnited, and we wish him the best in his retirement.”

As the new executive vice president and director review, Taub (pictured) will be responsible for evaluating and monitoring the bank’s credit risk exposure and reporting recommendations to the bank’s executive management and board of directors. She will report to Singh.

Taub was most recently senior director for Capital One, National Association in Charlotte, North Carolina, and has nearly two decades of experience in credit risk management. Prior to her time at Capital One, she held similar roles at Regions Financial Corporation and Bank of America Corporation. She began her career as a national bank examiner at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, providing regulatory assurance of commercial loan portfolios in community, mid-size and large banks. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Maryland.

“Kelly is a seasoned industry leader with a wealth of experience in credit risk management, both at corporations and regulatory agencies,” said Singh. “We look forward to welcoming Kelly to the BankUnited team.”

You May Also Like
Fifth Third’s Southeast Surge

Two milestone branch openings highlight the Bank’s data-driven expansion strategy.

Read More
A smiling man wearing glasses and business attire sits at a desk with a laptop, holding and presenting a document in a bright office with a plant and blue seating in the background. South Florida Business & Wealth
The Gold Standard of Wealth Is Slipping

What South Florida’s Investors Should Know.

Read More
Fifth Third–Comerica Merger Creates $288B Banking Powerhouse

The $10.9 billion all-stock deal forms the nation’s ninth-largest bank, expanding Fifth Third’s footprint across 17 high-growth markets.

Read More
Out of Reach

Why Owning a Stake in America’s Giants Now Takes 440 Lifetimes.

Read More
Other Posts
New Travel Rules, New Tourism Reality

Policy changes are reshaping Fort Lauderdale’s visitor mix.

Read More
A Delta airplane is parked at a brightly lit airport terminal at dusk, with the modern glass building illuminated and ground service vehicles nearby. South Florida Business & Wealth
Capital Holds Steady

What South Florida’s Latest Business and Real Estate Moves Signal for 2026

Read More
Aerial view of a coastal city with high-rise buildings, lush islands, luxury waterfront homes, and yachts in the water, with a sandy beach and turquoise ocean in the foreground during sunset. South Florida Business & Wealth
Confidence in Coverage

Medicare Advantage that Fits Your Life.

Read More
One Hour a Week Can Change a Life

Join John Offerdahl’s Mission to Feed Broward’s Seniors.

Read More