06/18/2026
Five Star Bank is pleased to announce we have been named the Best Place to Work by San Francisco Business Times, ranking #1 overall among businesses who participated in the survey who have 25 - 49 employees in the San Francisco Bay Area! The Best Places to Work Award recognizes local employers who have created an outstanding workplace culture. The results, which were voted on by employees of nominated companies, measured success across team dynamics, trust in leadership, communication, and more. Teamwork is at the center of Five Star Bank’s workplace culture which is also defined by the leadership team’s investment in staff success. “Our culture is fundamental to who we are and how we serve, while shaping the way we support our employees, collaborate as a team, and deliver for our clients and communities,” said James Beckwith, President and CEO of Five Star. “Being recognized as a Best Place to Work is especially meaningful because it reflects the voices of our employees. We are committed to fostering an environment where every team member feels heard, valued, respected, and supported.”
