Melanie Krinsky is a seasoned financial professional with extensive experience in the entertainment and media sector. Currently serving as the Senior Director and Head of the Entertainment & Media Group at Western Alliance Bank since October 2021, Krinsky previously held significant roles in leading entertainment lending initiatives at Bank Hapoalim and First Republic Bank. Notably, Krinsky founded the Entertainment Lending Department at Bank Hapoalim, primarily focusing on television and film financing, and established the Film and Media Division at First Republic Bank. Previous positions include First Vice President and Manager of the Entertainment Division at Bank Leumi USA and Executive Vice President at Mercantile National Bank. Krinsky began the career as a credit trainee at City National Bank and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Finance from the University of Southern California.