John Kaprelian Promoted to Senior VP – Retail Innovation & Strategy

Forward Bank is proud to announce the promotion of John Kaprelian to Senior Vice President – Retail Innovation & Strategy. This well-earned advancement recognizes John’s exceptional leadership and the strategic vision he brings to Forward’s growing retail banking operation.

In this new role, John will lead initiatives that further strengthen Forward’s commitment to delivering exceptional value to our customers and communities. He will focus on advancing our investment strategies, enhancing products and services, optimizing deposit and loan pricing, and improving operational efficiency across our retail network.

John Kaprelian, Sr. VP – Retail Innovation & Strategy

“John has been a driving force behind many of our most impactful retail strategies,” said Bill Sennholz, CEO of Forward Bank. “His forward-thinking approach and dedication to innovation continue to shape the future of our organization.”

As a mutual bank, Forward Bank reinvests earnings into the community, customers, and team. Leaders like John Kaprelian are at the heart of this mission—Moving Our Communities Forward by ensuring that our retail experience remains personalized, efficient, and responsive to the evolving needs of those we serve.