Benjamin N. Maltz
Benjamin N. Maltz (1901–1993) was an American banker and philanthropist. He was the first Chairman of the City National Bank (NYSE: CYN).
Benjamin N. Maltz | |
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| Born | 1901 Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Died | 1993 |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Banker Philanthropist |
| Employer | City National Bank |
| Children | Elaine (Maltz) Goldsmith |
| Relatives | Bram Goldsmith (son-in-law) Russell Goldsmith (grandson) |
Early life
Benjamin N. Maltz was born in 1901 in Chicago, Illinois.[1] He started his career as a whisky broker in Chicago.[1]
Banking career
In 1954, Maltz was hired as the first Chairman of the Board of City National Bank, a new bank founded by Alfred S. Hart based in Beverly Hills, California.[1][2][3] Over the years, the bank became known as the "bank of the stars," bankrolling many American movie stars.[3]
Philanthropy
Maltz made many charitable donations during his lifetime, believing that those who have been successful must give back to their community.[2] Nowadays, the Ben Maltz Gallery at the Otis College of Art and Design is named in his honour.[2] So is the Maltz Park, located on the corner of Sunset Boulevard and Whittier Drive in Beverly Hills, California.[4][5]
Personal life
His daughter, Elaine (Maltz) Goldsmith, married Bram Goldsmith, who became the Chairman of City National Bank.[1][2] Their son, Russell Goldsmith, serves as the current Chairman.[3]
Death
Maltz died in 1993.
References
- John M. Broder, Bram Goldsmith: Maverick Banker to Stars : City National Chief Is a Top Deal-Maker and Industry's Best Paid, The Los Angeles Times, July 21, 1985
- Saatchi Gallery: Ben Maltz Gallery, Otis College of Art and Design
- E. Scott Reckard, Banker to the stars, The Los Angeles Times, August 05, 2012
- City of Beverly Hills: Miniparks
- Google Maps