Heritage Commerce Corp. announced the retirement of Executive Vice President, Michael Benito, effective June 1, 2022. At the same time, Dustin Warford will step in as Executive Vice President, Community Business Banking Division Manager, assuming Mr. Benito's responsibilities.

A 17-year veteran of Heritage Bank of Commerce, Warford has consistently been a key contributor to the bank's growth and success. Benito supported numerous local organizations during his tenure at Heritage Bank of Commerce, including Santa Clara University as a member of the Board of Fellows; San Jose State University as a member of the Executive Board for the School of Business; San Jose Family Shelter as a Board Member; and Catholic Charities. Heritage Bank of Commerce also announced the promotions of Paul Perez to Real Estate Industries Division President and Doug Stewart to Market President for the Bank's Peninsula Region.

Both Perez and Stewart have strong track records as managers and contributors to the Bank's success.