Executive Directors / Management Team
Meet West Financial International Bank Management Teams
Brian L. Mackin, CFP®
President of West Financial International BankBrian is the president of West Financial International Bank and a relationship manager, specializing in tax-efficient investment management, retirement planning, estate planning, and education planning. His clients include business owners, retirees, and executives of public and private companies.
Since joining WFS in 2001, he has served in several roles, including securities trader, portfolio manager, relationship manager, chief compliance officer, and chief operating officer. Brian is currently a senior vice president of Sandy Spring Bank, the parent company of WFS, and serves on the bank’s Investment Committee. Brian earned a BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Economics from George Mason University and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional. He is a member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA), the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), and the Washington Association of Money Managers (WAMM).
Email: brianmackin@wfigo.com
Glen J. Buco, CFP®
Director of Consulting ServicesGlen is the firm’s director of consulting services of West Financial International Bank and specializes in planning for transition into retirement, ageing issues, and tax efficient investment management.
His clients include executives of public and private companies, business owners, and retirees.
Email: glenbuco@wfigo.com
Glenn A. Robinson, CFA
Chief Investment OfficerAs the chief investment officer (CIO), Glenn is responsible for overseeing West Financial International Bank’ investment philosophy and security selection, for both equity and fixed income.
He is the leading voice in the investment committee, along with the research & strategy group, shaping tactical positions while setting long-term allocation guidelines.
Email: glenn_robinson@wfigo.com
Laurie M. Kramer, CFP®
Managing DirectorLaurie is West Financial International Bank Managing Director, overseeing the firm’s relationship management, business development, marketing, finance, and office management departments..
Laurie’s focus is to manage the support and resources necessary for implementation of the firm’s strategic initiatives and delivery of a comprehensive suite of financial services through consistent and personalized service.
Email: lauriekramer@wfigo.com
Anh N. Lam, CRCP®
Chief Compliance OfficerAnh joined West Financial International Bank as the chief compliance officer in August 2020. Anh’s responsibilities include overseeing WFS’ compliance program to ensure compliance with laws and regulatory requirements.
She also guides and trains the staff in compliance-related matters.
Email: anh_lam@wfigo.com
Kirstie B. Martinez
Director of Portfolio Management Relationship ManagerKirstie has over 24 years of experience in the wealth management industry
In her current role as relationship manager, she advises high net worth clients on investment management, personal financial planning, and retirement planning strategies.
Email: kirstiemartinez@wfigo.com
Peter LoRusso, CFP®
Senior Relationship ManagerPeter LoRusso joined West Financial Services in July 2017 and serves as a senior relationship manager providing investment management, consulting, and financial planning services to clients.
For the 24 years prior to joining West Financial International Bank, he held numerous leadership positions working with senior executives, retirees, board members.
Email: peterlorusso@wfigo.com
Victoria G. Henry
Relationship ManagerShe have helped shape the comprehensive wealth management perspective.
Email: victoria@wfigo.com
Matt Cohen, CFP®
Relationship ManagerMatt specializes in turning a lifetime of savings and hard work into a reliable income stream for clients nearing and in retirement.
Email: mattcohen@wfigo.com
Laura Nash, CFP®
Relationship ManagerHer focus is helping clients, especially families, business owners and women in transition, organize, build, transfer, and protect their wealth.
Email: lauranash@wfigo.com
Guard Dewayne
Chief Technology OfficerDewayne has been the Chief Technology Officer for West Financial International Bank for over 10 years.
Email: dewayne@wfigo.com