First American

New Leadership at First American Trust

We are pleased to announce our new executive leadership team for First American Trust. Matt McCreadie has been appointed as the new CEO and Jerry Braakman has been named President.

Matt brings over 20 years of experience in various managerial roles. As chief executive officer, he will oversee the strategic direction and corporate operations of our financial services company headquartered in Santa Ana, CA. In addition, Matt will focus on driving the institution's prudent growth strategy, which includes the expansion of title insurance agent banking initiatives and capitalizing on other opportunities to increase deposit levels. Read full bio here.

Jerry will assume the role of president. He has been with the company for more than 25 years, most recently as chief investment officer and managing director of the wealth management and trust division. He will continue efforts to expand the wealth management business. Read full bio here.

First American Trust is a leader in title and escrow banking with technological solutions that increase operational efficiencies for the real estate settlement services industry. In addition, our wealth management services division has been advising high-net-worth individuals and families in the areas of investment management, wealth planning and trust services for over six decades. We have an experienced team of advisors that provide custom wealth management solutions.

Lastly, after 26 successful years, Kelly Dudley has retired from the firm.

First American Trust is a wholly owned subsidiary of First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF) and is part of the First American family of companies. First American Financial Corporation is a leading provider of title insurance, settlement services and risk solutions for real estate transactions that traces its heritage back to 1889.