# Paul Williamson

> Paul Williamson is the Denver-based president of regional banking at UMB Bank. He joined UMB in 2004, became Colorado regional president in 2016, and now leads Colorado with oversight of all UMB regions and the commercial real estate team. His public work includes business banking commentary and service with Denver cultural, education and economic development organizations.

- **Role:** President of Regional Banking at UMB Bank, n.a.
- **Organizations:** UMB Bank, Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation, Denver Botanic Gardens, ACE Scholarships, Junior Achievement, YPO Rocky Mountain chapter, Denver Museum of Nature & Science
- **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Rockhurst University, Master’s degree in business administration, Rockhurst University
- **Known for:** Denver Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree, 2021., Advanced from commercial banking to leadership of UMB regional banking.

## Career timeline

- **2004** — Joined UMB; earlier responsibilities included commercial banking.
- **2016** — Appointed president of the Colorado region, also overseeing entry into Utah.
- **2021** — Recognized in Denver Business Journal’s 40 Under 40.
- **2024** — Promoted to president of regional banking.
- **2026** — Official biography confirms Colorado leadership plus oversight of all UMB regions and commercial real estate.

## Achievements

- Denver Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree, 2021.
- Advanced from commercial banking to leadership of UMB regional banking.

## Latest updates

- **2026-04** — UMB executive biography, revised April 2026, lists him as president of regional banking.
- **2026-03** — Published business banking guidance on fraud prevention, cash flow, budget stress-testing and growth planning.
- **2025-10** — UMB announced completion of Heartland systems and brand conversion; corporate milestone relevant to his regional oversight.

## Links

- Website: https://www.umb.com/about-umb/leadership
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-williamson-8988b85

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