Associated Banc Corp announced the hiring of Matt Krutza to join the organization as private banking group manager for the Milwaukee market.
The bank said the move will strengthen the bank’s investment in its Private Wealth business and relationship-based approach to serving affluent clients. Krutza will lead the bank’s Milwaukee Private Banking team and report to Lisa Buetow, the managing director for Private Banking. Officials with the company said he will oversee a team of private bankers who will be dedicated to delivering customized banking, lending and wealth solutions for high-net-worth individuals and their families, as well as business owners.
“Private Banking is an important part of our long-term growth strategy, and we’re continuing to invest in exceptional talent to meet the evolving needs of our clients,” Buetow. “Matt is a collaborative leader with a strong track record of building high-performing teams, growing client relationships and delivering personalized financial guidance. His experience and leadership will help us continue expanding our Private Banking presence in Milwaukee while providing the high-touch service our clients value.”
Krutza has more than two decades of banking and wealth management experience and most recently served as director of Private Wealth and wealth advisor at First Business Bank, serving areas of Wisconsin and Kansas City, Kansas. During his time there, he led business development efforts that contributed to doubling assets under management with the Private Wealth business. Krutza also held leadership roles in private wealth management and consumer banking at U.S. Bank.
“Associated Bank has built a strong reputation for putting relationships at the center of every client interaction,” said Krutza. “I’m excited to join an organization that shares my belief that successful private banking starts with understanding each client’s unique goals and delivering thoughtful, customized solutions.”