Dunn, who joined the Los Angeles-based institution in 2005, previously served as the executive vice president and head of Commercial Real Estate Banking. Her tenure was marked by the development of specialized financial solutions for investors and developers, a track record that CEO Howard Hammond cited as instrumental to the bank’s broader growth ambitions. She steps into the position vacated by David Cameron, who transitioned to the role of chief operating officer in June.

Beyond her internal leadership, Dunn maintains an active footprint in industry and community organizations, including the USC Lusk Center for Real Estate and the California Science Center Foundation. Her appointment signals a strategic effort by City National to modernize its retail and small business offerings while leaning into the relationship-driven banking model that has defined the bank’s expansion across the U.S. markets.