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Profile

Sarah Ikemura is a Vice President, Business Relationship Manager for the L.A Metro Market in Business Banking at Bank of America. In this capacity, her responsibilities include understanding each client’s unique needs to deliver strategic financial guidance and solutions. Sarah’s mission is to help local companies thrive by achieving their business goals, no matter how simple or how complex.

Bringing 13 years of experience, Sarah joined Bank of America in 2011. She has also served as a Senior Small Business Banker who covered the LA Metro Market for 6 years. She began her banking career at Bank of America in Tampa, Florida as customer services and sales. She performed other roles such as:  Site Liaison, Inbound and Outbound Phone Sales, Piloted Client Managed non-GCI clients, and Senior Small Business Banker. Throughout her banking career, Sarah has served small to mid-sized companies throughout the Los Angeles County area to support their commercial banking needs. She brings the “ONE TEAM” culture to life.  She strongly believes in giving clients a better option through the power of every connection.

To help create a more sustainable future for the companies and communities she serves, Sarah is advocate for green solutions and is an avid gardener and a proud mom of two. She volunteers with several not-for-profit organizations and enjoys giving back to her community. She is a part of the Women Business Owner initiatives, Asian Business Owner Initiatives, volunteers at Arcadia Unified Districts. She is a member of the of Hispanic/ Latino Organization for leadership and advancement (HOLA), Asian Leadership Network (ALN), a leader in the Business Banking Asian American Business Owner Initiative (AABOI),  LEAD for Women, Military Support & Assistance Group, and leads her own Power of 10 Group.
  • LANGUAGES

    English
  • INDUSTRY FOCUS

    • Government Contractors
    • Healthcare & Physician Practices
    • Transportation
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale Trade
  • COMMUNITY

    • Asian American Business Owner Initiatives
    • Women Business Owner Initiative
    • Power of 10
    • Internal Networks: ALN, HOLA, PCN, BPG, My Environment, HOLA, and MSAG

Meet the Team

With access to the global resources of Bank of America, our team is comprised of talented and experienced individuals committed to building strong client relationships based on trust and personalized service.

Charles Rivera

Vice President

Treasury Sales Officer

Noel Arias

Assistant Vice President

Sales Support Associate

Henry Harandi

Assistant Vice President

Lending Officer

Gerald Jones

Assistant Vice President

Commercial Credit Specialist

Jorge Portillo

Assistant Vice President

Treasury Sales Analyst

Bank of America Business Banking

As you work to take your business to the next level in an environment where business and technology sophistication are critical to having a competitive edge, you need a local banking partner who has your long-term interests at heart.

Bank of America is that local advocate. We work closely with you to understand your business goals. We then draw on our Bank wide resources, technology and experience to generate ideas and solutions that will propel your business further.

With Bank of America Business Banking by your side, you can be assured your business has the power to grow and thrive.


You can benefit from:

Local Relationship Managers who are your advocates and bring the Bank’s resources to you as a seamlessly integrated, dedicated team

Comprehensive commercial banking platform with full range of products and technology, backed by Bank of America’s strength and stability

Access to bank-wide services beyond business banking, to manage both your business and personal wealth

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There is no substitute for a one-on-one relationship with a Bank of America relationship manager who is committed to your needs. Request an appointment today.