Peter Jackson
PETER JACKSON
VP; Branch Manager
City National Bank (Crenshaw District Branch)
peter.jackson@cnb.com
Interview
Where are you originally from?
Kingston, Jamaica
Where do you currently reside?
Baldwin Hills, CA
What prompted you to get into the sports/entertainment industry?
To empower other people and help them succeed.
What type of clients do you typically represent? What factors do you consider when deciding which clients to take on?
Clients who I can grow with who have a disposition and preference to Relationship Banking.
What is one thing people would be surprised to know about your profession? What is one of the biggest misconceptions?
That we Bank everybody, entertainers, business owners, entrepreneurs and "regular people".
What are some challenges or obstacles you have faced as an African-American in this profession?
Because I'm ethnically ambiguous, some people do not believe I am of African decent when I am.
What do you think can be done to improve diversity with regards to representation?
Have more innovative ways to connect with each other through our respective business models.
What advice would you have for other African-Americans looking to enter this profession?
Don't be afraid of the hard work it will take to establish yourself and leave your mark.
What is the best way for people to get in touch with you?
My email or cell: peter.jackson@cnb.com or 310.486.4692