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2017 ANNUAL REP ORT

Founded in 1985, First Republic Bank and its subsidiaries 
provide  private  banking,  private  business  banking  and 
private wealth management, including investment, trust 
and  brokerage  services.  First  Republic  specializes  in 
delivering exceptional relationship-based service, with a 
solid commitment to responsiveness and action.

san francisco  •   palo alto  •   los angeles  
santa barbara  •   newport beach  •   san diego 
portland  •   palm beach  •   boston 
greenwich  •   new york

It’s a privilege to serve you.

Dear Clients  
and Shareholders

2017 was another highly successful year for First Republic. Loans, deposits and 
wealth management all experienced robust growth. Total earnings were also quite  
strong. Credit quality remained excellent, capital grew nicely and liquidity expanded.

The source of our success continues to be, quite simply, the daily execution of our 
long-term focused, high-touch client service business model:

Quality people

Success starts with exceptional, empowered people. We attract and retain 
high-performing individuals who have an unwavering commitment to 
extraordinary service. We’re committed to taking very good care of our 
people through our inclusive workplace culture, very competitive com-
pensation, attractive benefits and continual professional development  
programs. Our diverse workforce speaks over 50 languages and has a senior 
management team comprised of 52% female and 22% minority leaders.

Extraordinary 
client service

We not only focus on client service, we also measure it continuously 
through our Net Promoter Score. Our most recent score is more than 
double the U.S. banking industry average and is above the scores of 
many other luxury brands.

Service as a  
driver of growth

Taking outstanding care of existing clients is the driver of our safe 
growth — with more than 50% of our annual growth in both loans and 
deposits each year coming directly from existing relationships. Another 
25% comes from the direct referrals by our highly satisfied clients.

3.

Credit is a core First Republic competency and remains very strong, 
with only $647,000 in loan losses during 2017 — or less than one basis 
point — and non-performing assets of only four basis points at year-end.

FINANCIAL 

HIGHLIGHTS 

2012–2017

Dollars in billions  
(Net Income in millions)

Exceptional  
credit quality

Strong Capital

Empowerment  
Culture

Leadership Depth  
and Breadth

We remain well-capitalized and were pleased to have successfully accessed 
the capital markets five times during 2017. We raised over $1 billion of 
new capital to support our continued development.

We have a client-focused culture supported by individual empowerment, 
responsibility and accountability. We trust our employees to care for  
our clients and are focused on fostering a diverse, friendly, fun and pro-
fessional workplace. Happy people, happy clients.

We are pleased with the depth, breadth and experience of our leadership 
team, which is well-positioned to lead First Republic going forward. 
Our stable and diverse senior team has deep expertise and knowledge of 
our industry, business model and culture. The considerable diversity of 
First Republic’s workforce and leadership has been a key to our success 
for several decades.

DECEMBER 31,

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Total Bank Assets

$  34.4

$  42.1 

$  48.4 

$  59.0 

$  73.3 

$  87.8 

Total Loans

Total Deposits

$  28.0

$  34.0 

$  37.8 

$  44.1 

$  52.0 

$  62.8 

$  27.1

$  32.1 

$  37.1 

$  47.9 

$  58.6 

$  68.9 

Total Tier 1 Capital

$ 

  3.1 

$ 

  3.9 

$ 

  4.6 

$ 

  5.5 

$ 

  6.6 

$ 

  7.5

Wealth Management Assets

$  31.3

$  41.6 

$  53.4 

$  72.3 

$  83.6 

$ 107.0

Net Income (in millions)

 $ 401.2 

 $ 462.1 

 $ 487.0

 $ 522.1 

 $ 673.4 

 $ 757.7 

Preferred Banking Offices

 61 

 66 

 68 

 68 

 69 

 70 

FRANCHISE GROWTH 

LOANS

DEP O SITS

2012–2017

Compound Annual  
Growth Rate (CAGR)

Dollars in billions

+18 %

+21%

TIER 1   
CAPITAL

+19%

WEALTH MGMT   
ASSETS

+28%

$ 28.0

$ 62.8

$ 27.1

$ 68.9

$ 3.1

$ 7.5

$ 31.3

$ 107.0

Simple Business  
Model

First Republic’s simple, straightforward business model has performed 
exceedingly well through the widely varying economic and geopolitical 
conditions of the past three decades. We have delivered consistent 
profitability every year since our inception in 1985.

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5.

2012– 2017

2012– 2017

2012– 2017

2012– 2017

Overall 
performance

In 2017, we again experienced strong results:

•  Revenues were up 18%

•  Net income was up 13% 

•  Earnings per share were up 10%

•  Tangible book value per share was up over 14%

•  Total capital increased 17% 

Deposits were up 18% and we were successful in generating deposit 
growth across all of our channels — private banking, business banking 
and wealth management. Checking was 63% of total deposits at year-end.

Loan origination volume totaled $27.6 billion — our best year ever. 
Loan sales totaled $2.9 billion. Growth in loans outstanding, which was 
funded primarily by strong deposit growth, was 21%. 

Private Wealth Management also had another strong year. Wealth 
management assets were up 28% to $107.0 billion. Fee revenues from 
wealth management were up 22%, and now represent 14% of total  
revenues, up from 7% only five years ago. 

Business Banking also had a very good year. Both business loans and 
deposits grew nicely. At year-end, business loans outstanding represented 
13% of total loans, while business deposits represented 54% of total 
deposits and consisted almost entirely of checking.

Private Wealth  
Management

Business Banking

C ON SISTENT   

PROFITABILITY AND 

SHAREHO LDER   

VALUE CREATION

Results in 2017, and over the last five years, have been strong. Revenues have grown 
14% per annum and tangible book value per share has grown 15% per annum.

stability

shareholder value creation

•  Consistent Leadership 
•  Stable Client Relationships 
•  Organic Expansion

•  Enterprise Value 08/86: $23 Million (IPO) 
•  Enterprise Value 12/17: $14.0 Billion 
•  Enterprise Value Growth Since 1986: 23% Per Annum

C OMP O UN D ANNUAL 

REVEN UES (CAGR)

TAN GIBLE BO OK VALUE PER SHARE (CAG R)

GROWTH RATE 

2012–2017

+14%

+15%

$ 1.34 B

$ 2.61 B

$ 20.07

$ 40.43

2012– 2017

2012– 2017

CAGR computed over 5 years since December 31, 2012

CAGR computed over 5 years since December 31, 2012

FRC STO CK  PRICE SINCE 

C OMP OUN D ANNUAL GROWTH RATE (CAGR)

SEC ON D IP O 

12/08/10–12/31/17

Chart period of 7 years

+19%

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$25.50 / share

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$86.64 / share

12/08/10

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Client Household  
Growth

Franchise  
investments

Gradifi

Community  
Investments

Another key measure we watch carefully, total client household growth, 
is being favorably impacted by our programs focused on the next gen-
eration of clients and was exceptionally strong in 2017. For 2010-2014, 
our average new borrowing household growth rate was 15% per year. 
For 2015-2017 it was 21%. This meaningful upward inflection in client 
household growth has incurred some short-term investment costs, 
however it provides a rapidly expanding and diversified client household 
base that will support strong future growth.

We continue to make significant investments in the franchise. These 
investments include: the now completed but continuously enhanced 
regulatory and risk management infrastructure; upgraded technology; 
improvements to our offices and facilities; and our new digital banking, 
loan onboarding, and account opening experiences, all of which were 
largely completed in 2017.

To further our commitment to help manage student loan debt, we 
acquired Gradifi in December of 2016. Through Gradifi’s single-
solution platform for student loan repayment and college savings 
programs, companies can make direct contributions as an HR benefit. 
Gradifi grew during the year to serve over 300 corporate clients by  
year-end, an eight-fold increase.

Throughout 2017, we saw excellent growth in our programs dedicated  
to help our local communities prosper. Our Community Advisory 
Board is enhancing our already strong fair lending and Community 
Reinvestment Act (CRA) programs. And our Eagle Community Loan 
Program continues to help more individuals in our communities 
become homeowners.

ACTUAL LO SS   

EXPERIENCE —   

ALL LOANS 

2013–2017

Our credit culture is focused on safe and disciplined lending 
standards and practices. This exceptional credit quality is 
illustrated below by minimal actual net charge-offs. 

•  Net charge-offs have averaged only 1 bp per year over last 5 years 
•  Top 50 U.S. banks’ net charge-offs averaged 20 bps1 per year over last 5 years  
•  Average losses at the top 50 U.S. banks were 20x those of First Republic

FIRST REPUBLIC BANK 2

TOP 50 U.S. BANKS1

2013

0.05

0.32

2014

0.01

0.20

2015

0.01

0.17

2016

0.00

0.24

2017

0.00

0.23

0.35%

0.30%

0.25%

0.20%

0.15%

0.10%

0.05%

0.00%

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First Republic Bank              Top 50 U.S. Banks

1  Comprised of the median for the top 50 U.S. banks by asset size as of December 31 of each corresponding year.
2	 Net	charge-offs	include	charge-offs	against	unaccreted	loan	discounts,	if	any.

We believe the new tax legislation is a positive for many of our clients 
and for the economy. We continue to monitor global economic 
conditions carefully, as well as significant changes that might result 
from shifting political climates. We remain cautiously optimistic and 
take comfort in the strength of our markets and the company’s overall 
conservative posture. 

Without our wonderful communities of clients, shareholders and 
dedicated colleagues, First Republic would not be what it is today. 
We sincerely thank each of you for your continued business, ongoing 
support and dedicated hard work.

It’s a privilege to serve you,

James H. Herbert, II
Chairman and Chief Executive  
Officer	(Founder)	

Hafize Gaye Erkan
President

Michael J. Roffler
Chief	Financial	Officer

Michael D. Selfridge 
Chief	Banking	Officer

Mollie M. Richardson
Chief Administrative  
and	People	Officer

David B. Lichtman 
Chief	Credit	Officer

Jason C. Bender
Chief	Operating	Officer

Robert L. Thornton
President Private Wealth Management

James H. Herbert, II

Hafize Gaye Erkan

Michael J. Roffler

Michael D. Selfridge

Mollie M. Richardson

Jason C. Bender

David B. Lichtman

Robert L. Thornton

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Please see page 90 for biographies.

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Client Index

P A G E

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C AT E G O R Y   /   I N D U S T R Y

C L I E N T

C AT E G O R Y   /   I N D U S T R Y

C L I E N T

Entrepreneur

Ian Bremmer

Business Banking/Gradifi

Crystal & Company

Personal Banking  
and Brokerage*

Josef Betz

Personal Banking

LaSaunda Tate

Personal and Business 
Banking

Christopher Williams  
and Janice Savin Williams

Real Estate Development/
Property Management

Wareham Development

Personal Banking

Puya Hosseini, M.D.

Medical/Gradifi

Lee & Young Orthodontics

Venture Capital

Aligned Partners

Arts/Nonprofit

Peabody Essex Museum

Independent School

Deerfield Academy

Nonprofit

Big Dog Ranch Rescue

Medical

California Pacific Orthopaedics

Private Club

Waverley Country Club

Personal Banking

Jonathan and Vanessa O’Brien

Personal Banking

Harold Burnett

Entrepreneur/ 
Nonprofit

Sonja Hoel Perkins

Private Equity

Francisco Partners

Nonprofit

George Mark Children’s House

Winery

Venge Vineyards

Personal Banking

Theresa Nguyen

Entrepreneur

Daniel Rasmussen

Nonprofit

Petersen Automotive Museum

Personal Banking

Deepa and Kyle Eberlin

Personal Banking

Frenky Cendana

Independent School/
Gradifi

Bentley School

Personal Banking

Ken Jones and  
Signe Kim Lauridsen-Jones

Chef/Restaurateur

Dominique Crenn

P A G E

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*Brokerage services are offered through First Republic Securities Company, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. 

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Our clients say it best.

Client Since  / 2017

Ian Bremmer
Founder and President / Eurasia Group and GZERO Media

“ First Republic provides stability and 
clarity in an unpredictable world — 
trusted relationships matter.”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK 

Political  scientist  Ian  Bremmer  founded  the  advisory  firm  Eurasia  Group  twenty 

years  ago  to  help  business  decision-makers  and  investors  better  understand  how 

politics  move  markets.  Ian  recently  founded  GZERO  Media  to  help  his  millions  of 

followers around the globe understand how political trends are changing our world. 

He is a thought leader and entrepreneur. A relatively new client of First Republic, Ian 

appreciates  the  Bank’s  innovative  approach  to  financial  management  and  in-depth 

knowledge of the many factors that move businesses ahead.

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Client Since  / 1998

Josef Betz
Proprietor / House of Prime Rib

“ First Republic handles my banking 
and brokerage accounts with great 
detail. The Bank has a classic,  
quality feel.”

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA 

Timeless quality — that’s what you feel each time you enter San Francisco’s legendary 

House of Prime Rib. Since taking over the restaurant in 1985, Josef Betz’s commitment 

to delivering a classic yet familiar experience to diners has solidified the restaurant as a 

local institution. This spirit extends into the communities where he and the restaurant 

donate time and food to those in need. Josef found that same commitment to people 

and community when he discovered First Republic. Working together over the past 

20 years, Josef and First Republic have established a relationship based on mutual 

respect and appreciation for extraordinary service. First Republic is proud to support 

the financial goals of Josef and his business.

See page 77 for information related to brokerage services. Performance may vary by client.

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Clients Since  / 2006

 Christopher Williams and  
Janice Savin Williams
 Christopher Williams / Chairman and CEO, The Williams Capital Group
Janice Savin Williams / Co- Founder and Senior Principal, The Williams Capital Group

“ First Republic cares about us  
like family — we truly value  
the relationship.”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK 

Christopher Williams and Janice Savin Williams founded The Williams Capital Group 

in 1994 with strong client relationships as their first priority. With a proven track record 

and robust growth over two decades, they see these relationships as a cornerstone of 

their success. They feel much the same way about First Republic’s relationship-based 

banking approach. They rely on their personal banker as a single point of contact to  

help meet and anticipate their ever-evolving needs. First Republic is big enough to 

provide what they need but small enough to know them well and offer personalized 

service. It’s a relationship that transcends banking — and makes more than just good 

financial sense.

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Client Since  / 2015

Puya Hosseini, M.D. 
Anesthesiologist and Athlete

“ I thought First Republic’s student 
loan refinancing was too good to  
be true, but it was right on.”

LA JOLLA, CALIFORNIA 

Ever since his childhood, Puya Hosseini has been fascinated with health and fitness, 

and becoming a doctor was a natural career extension of that passion. Along with his 

thriving practice as an anesthesiologist, he remains committed to good health and 

continues to surf, run and play soccer nationally and internationally as a member of the 

U.S. Medical Soccer team. By refinancing his student debt with First Republic, he was 

able to substantially improve his cash flow, increase his ability to travel, and participate 

in  life-changing  volunteer  medical  missions  and  fitness-focused  outreach  programs 

around the world.

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Client Since  / 2014

Aligned Partners
Susan Mason / Managing Partner (left)
Jodi Sherman Jahic / Managing Partner (right)

“ With First Republic, we get  
a real person who can address  
our needs immediately.”

MENLO PARK, CALIFORNIA 

Susan  Mason  and  Jodi  Sherman  Jahic  have  built  their  successful  venture  capital 

business by working with founders who prefer lower levels of VC investment. It’s a unique 

approach based on 20 years’ experience that helps founders stay lean and ultimately 

become more profitable as their success grows. This model has proven to be a highly 

compelling  one  for  Aligned  Partners  and  its  portfolio  companies.  With  First  Republic, 

Susan and Jodi benefit from a bank that is dedicated to their field and offers them the 

same respect, transparency and directness that they provide their clients.

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Client Since  / 2013

Deerfield Academy
Keith Finan / Associate Head of School for Operations and CFO
Margarita Curtis / Head of School

“ First Republic is our trusted 
financial partner. Our banker  
helps us see the future and  
manage resources to meet our  
long-term goals.”

DEERFIELD, MASSACHUSET TS 

Deerfield Academy began working with First Republic when they needed a bridge loan 

to cover a long-term donation for its new arts building. What Deerfield found was a bank 

that not only understood nonprofit lending but also the many challenges of day-to-day 

banking — and the impact has been considerable. With a focus on building community, 

cultural awareness and quality academics, Deerfield prepares its students for a smooth 

transition to college. Thanks to First Republic’s personalized service and knowledgeable 

counsel, the Academy’s transition from its former bank has been equally smooth.

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Client Since  / 2011

California Pacific Orthopaedics
listed from left to right 
back row:  John P. Belzer, M.D.; Jon A. Dickinson, M.D.; Mark A. Schrumpf, M.D.
mid row: Robert E. Mayle, M.D.; Lindsey C. Valone, M.D.
front row:  W. Scott Green, M.D.; Keith C. Donatto, M.D.
center:  Peter W. Callander, M.D. / Chairman

 “ At First Republic, we get  
one-on-one care and attention.  
The Bank treats us like we  
treat our patients.”

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA 

California Pacific Orthopaedics, the largest private practice group focusing on ortho-

pedics in San Francisco, has a team of 17 physicians and surgeons treating patients 

from head to toe. The practice has grown significantly since it was first established 

and now relies on First Republic for all its business banking. With the Bank’s personal-

ized approach to service, up-to-date business knowledge and innovative solutions to 

problems and challenges, California Pacific Orthopaedics has found a financial partner 

whose care and expertise mirror their own.

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Clients Since  / 2011

Jonathan and Vanessa O’Brien
Jonathan O’Brien / Chief Operating Officer, Proskauer Rose LLP
Vanessa O’Brien / Mountain Climber, Explorer and Public Speaker

“ First Republic always finds a way  
to help us with creative options  
and solutions.”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK 

The  O’Briens  are  no  strangers  to  complex  challenges.  Vanessa  is  the  first  female  to 

scale the Seven Summits in less than a year — a Guinness World Record — and the 

first British and American woman to climb the second tallest mountain in the world,  

K2. And both Jonathan and Vanessa have faced the many challenges that come with 

living abroad, working internationally and traveling extensively. But when it came to 

banking in their new U.S. home, nothing prepared them for the challenge of getting 

a  mortgage  without  a  credit  history.  They  were  introduced  to  First  Republic  by  their 

realtor and haven’t looked back. The Bank took the time to get to know the people 

behind the paperwork and are now proud partners in the O’Briens’ journey.

Vanessa O’Brien carried the First Republic logo to the summit of Everest, 29,035 feet, on May 19, 2012.

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Client Since  / 2010

Sonja Hoel Perkins
Founder / Project Glimmer
Managing Director / The Perkins Fund
Founder / Broadway Angels

“ First Republic is the best bank  
I have ever worked with. They have 
everything for me as a client.”

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA 

As a successful business executive and entrepreneur, Sonja Hoel Perkins understands 

the importance of self-confidence and community support. When she wanted to in-

spire at-risk teenage girls and women to believe in themselves, she founded Project 

Glimmer to help them feel more special, dream big and let them know their community 

cares. A recipient of the esteemed Jefferson Award, Sonja has been intimately involved 

with Project Glimmer from its inception through its nationwide expansion. She credits 

First Republic with supporting the organization’s growth, believing in its mission and 

championing the power of dreaming big.

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Client Since  / 2011

George Mark Children’s House
Kathy Hull, Psy.D. / Founder and Board President
Bill Gisvold / Board Member

“ First Republic truly understands  
the mission of nonprofits. Their  
support of our growth has meant  
a great deal to us.”

SAN LEANDRO, CALIFORNIA 

When George Mark Children’s House opened its doors in 2004, it was the first pediatric 

palliative care center in the United States. In 2011, founder Dr. Kathy Hull approached 

First  Republic  for  help  in  ensuring  the  sustainability  of  their  mission  and  the  House 

itself. With financial guidance from their personal banker, this goal has been achieved. 

And the staff at George Mark House continues to offer a home away from home for 

chronically  sick  and  terminally  ill  children  and  their  families,  providing  a  calm  and 

comfortable haven filled with joy and laughter.

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Client Since  / 2016

Theresa Nguyen
Pharmacist

“ Refinancing my student loans  
with First Republic helped me  
to buy my first home sooner.”

PORTLAND, OREGON 

Theresa Nguyen learned the importance of saving for the future from her mom. When 

she landed her dream job, she decided the time was right to buy her first home. By 

refinancing her student loans with First Republic, she was able to save more towards 

her down payment. And her personal banker helped her secure a great loan for her 

new home. When her busy work schedule prevented her from coming to the office for 

closing paperwork, the Bank stayed open longer — just for her. Now Theresa has all 

her finances under control and under one roof.

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Client Since  / 2014

Petersen Automotive Museum
listed from left to right
Bruce Meyer / Vice Chairman 
Peter Mullin / Chairman of the Board  
David Sydorick / Vice Chairman

“ We know a thing or two about 
speed — and that’s exactly how our 
First Republic team operates. They 
work at an incredible pace.”

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 

The Petersen Automotive Museum celebrates the artistry of the automobile as well as 

its history. Offering a focus on the inspiration, emotion and exhilaration provided by au-

tomobiles, the museum welcomes visitors from all over the world who share a passion 

for cars. In 2015, the museum began a $90 million renovation that included a complete 

redesign of the building’s façade and interior spaces. With First Republic, they found a 

trusted advisor to help see them through the renovation and manage their endowment.

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Client Since  / 2015

Frenky Cendana
Client Service Representative

“ First Republic is not a typical  
bank. They put clients first and  
treat me like a VIP.”

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA 

With a career in the travel industry, Frenky Cendana understands the value of delivering 

exceptional, and timely, client service. When he was ready to buy his first home in San 

Francisco,  Frenky  worked  with  First  Republic  to  secure  an  Eagle  Community  loan. 

Frenky felt welcomed immediately by the First Republic team, and continues to enjoy 

the VIP treatment — including a personal banker and freshly baked cookies. His advice 

to others looking to get on the property ladder? “Work hard, save smart and find a 

trusted financial partner like First Republic.”

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Client Since  / 2005

Bentley School
Arlene Hogan / Head of School

“ Our long-standing relationship 
with First Republic has been 
transformative for the school.”

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA 

Bentley School has proudly served the education community for nearly 100 years. And, 

since its inception, First Republic has been highly committed to the success of inde-

pendent schools. Bentley School is dedicated to knowing and valuing each individual 

student — very much like the approach the Bank takes with all its clients. This is a key 

reason why Bentley School and First Republic have sustained a strong relationship over 

the past 12 years of working together. First Republic stands steady in support of Bentley 

School’s longevity and in appreciation of the independent school model.

Bentley School is proud to offer an education debt repayment benefit program through Gradifi.

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Client Since  / 2003

 Crystal & Company
Jim Crystal / Chairman and CEO ( front)

listed from left to right
Jonathan Crystal / Executive Vice President  
Sandy Crystal / Executive Vice President  
Jamie Crystal / Executive Vice President 

“ With Gradifi, we help colleagues  
pay off their student loans. It’s  
a great service and yet another  
way First Republic helps our  
business thrive.”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK 

Insurance brokerage Crystal & Company was established in 1933 and is now a third-

generation  family  business.  They  help  their  global  clients  assess  risk  and  mitigate 

exposure, and are intensely focused on clients and colleagues. That’s why they started 

working with Gradifi, a First Republic company that offers unique HR benefits. It helps 

their colleagues reduce the burden of student debt and focus on new life goals. The 

Crystals have relied on First Republic for their business and personal banking needs for 

more than 15 years, introducing new products and services along the way. It’s a long-

term relationship built on trust and innovative thinking, and that’s crystal clear.

Crystal & Company is proud to offer an education debt repayment benefit program through Gradifi.

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Client Since  / 2016

LaSaunda Tate
Director of Housing and Operations / Homeward Bound of Marin

“ I refinanced my home at  
First Republic with a great  
rate. They are kind, patient  
and community focused.”

RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA 

LaSaunda Tate, a survivor of childhood poverty, recognizes the importance of a stable 

home — something her widowed mother fought to provide LaSaunda and her three sib-

lings. Inspired by the examples of her late grandfather, a community pastor, LaSaunda  

understands the value of community building and partnering. As a result, she now 

serves as a leader within organizations that provide affordable housing and access 

to resources necessary to improve life outcomes for the underserved. To ensure her 

presence in a transitioning urban community, LaSaunda contacted First Republic for 

an Eagle Community loan to refinance her home. Some might call it the perfect match: 

First Republic and LaSaunda Tate, sharing a commitment to doing the right thing in 

their communities.

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Client Since  / 1993

 Wareham Development
Richard K. Robbins / Founder (seated)

listed from left to right
Leah Dillingham / Operations Director  
James Goddard / Partner  
Chris Barlow / Partner  
Judith Wetterer / Marketing Director  
Geoffrey B. Sears / Partner

“ The Bank’s personal service  
continues to be as first-rate today  
as it was in the early nineties.”

SAN RAFAEL , CALIFORNIA 

Wareham  Development  has  over  40  years’  experience  developing  and  managing 

properties  in  the  Bay  Area,  including  research  campuses  for  life  sciences  and 

technology  companies.  Wareham’s  building  philosophy  is  to  honor  the  land  and 

surrounding  communities  through  sustainable  design  and  long-term  holdings.  For 

25 years, Wareham has relied on First Republic for its daily financial needs. Since the 

relationship  began  in  1993,  many  things  —  including  the  Bay  Area  skyline  —  have 

changed,  but  First  Republic’s  commitment  to  providing  clients  like  Wareham  with 

extraordinary service remains consistent.

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Client Since  / 2007

Lee & Young Orthodontics
Rodney Lee, D.D.S. / Owner (left)
Glen Young, D.D.S. / Owner (right)

“ We treat our patients with respect 
and great service. That’s exactly how 
First Republic treats us.”

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA 

Rodney Lee and Glen Young believe that there is both an art and a science to creating 

the perfect smile. It is this balance, as well as their shared trust and values, that has 

contributed to their success. Their 20-plus year partnership has produced a very simple 

approach to business: Treat clients kindly and provide them with your best work, and your  

business will thrive. With this philosophy in mind, they became clients of First Republic 

over a decade ago and the relationship has strengthened over time. Having a bank that 

responds intuitively to their business and personal banking needs is something that 

makes both of them smile too.

Lee & Young Orthodontics is proud to offer an education debt repayment benefit program through Gradifi.

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Client Since  / 2012

Peabody Essex Museum (PEM)
Dan L. Monroe / The Rose-Marie and Eijk van Otterloo Director and CEO

“ First Republic has played an  
essential role in our growth,  
helping us create transformative  
experiences.”

SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 

The Peabody Essex Museum, founded in 1799, has been one of America’s fastest grow-

ing art museums over the past quarter century — increasing its operating budget by a 

factor of ten, its endowment by a factor of more than twenty, and adding over 300,000 

square feet of new facilities. PEM is committed to creating transformative experiences 

of contemporary and historical art, culture and creative expression for audiences world-

wide. Innovation and creativity are central to PEM’s values. In fact, PEM is the only art 

museum in the world to employ a full-time neuroscientist to help design more impact-

ful art experiences. Since 2012, PEM has worked with First Republic to finance further 

growth, including a 40,000 square foot gallery expansion and a brand new Collections 

Center.  PEM  appreciates  the  Bank’s  deep  understanding  of  nonprofit  organizations  

and the shared commitment to teamwork and truly unique client experiences.

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Client Since  / 2016

Big Dog Ranch Rescue
Lauree Simmons / CEO and Founder 
Pictured with Autumn, Great Dane

“ First Republic backed us with the 
construction loan that made our 
dream facility a reality. They are  
a wonderful partner.”

PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA 

When animal lover Lauree Simmons launched her organization to revolutionize the dog 

rescue, care, adoption and education experience, she needed a financial partner who 

understood her passion. Lauree was introduced to First Republic by a client who already 

understood the Bank’s commitment to nonprofit organizations. With a construction loan 

from First Republic, she was able to create the largest cage-free, no-kill dog rescue in 

the United States and, in turn, provide loving homes through adoption of over 27,000 

dogs.  Big  Dog  Ranch  Rescue’s  work  includes  disaster  relief  for  animals  in  areas  hit  

by hurricanes across the Southeast, as well as training for dogs that will partner with 

soldiers returning home with PTSD. For Big Dog Ranch Rescue, the relationship with 

First Republic is truly very big.

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Client Since  / 2016

 Waverley Country Club
Shelby Benson / Controller
Bruce Pruitt / COO

“ It’s not often you find a bank  
as welcoming as First Republic.  
The communication and level  
of service are superb.”

PORTLAND, OREGON 

Tracing  its  roots  back  to  1896,  Waverley  Country  Club  is  proud  of  its  heritage  and 

traditions, and its name is now synonymous with gracious hospitality. When it came to 

banking, Waverley looked for a partner that felt equally welcoming and service-oriented. 

With the need to regularly renovate facilities to attract new members, the club began 

working with First Republic to finance a major construction project. They experienced 

a seamless transition and a high level of service as standard. Like the experience at the 

Waverley Country Club itself, a client-first atmosphere at First Republic is definitely par 

for the course.

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Client Since  / 2017

Harold Burnett
Educator

“ First Republic manages to work 
around my hectic schedule. When  
I have a question, I know they’ll  
be there to answer.”

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 

Between his family life and his career as an educator in Los Angeles, Harold Burnett 

has a lot on his plate. He needed a banking partner who could accommodate his busy 

life as well as provide insight and guidance on a variety of personal financial matters. 

When a neighbor told him about her positive experience with First Republic, he had a 

hunch that it would be a good fit. As it turns out, his First Republic personal banker was 

able to offer exactly the combination of flexibility and experience that he was seeking. 

Now Harold can focus on what matters most knowing that trusted financial guidance 

is only a phone call away.

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Client Since  / 2011

Francisco Partners
Dipanjan (DJ) Deb / Co-Founder and CEO (right)

listed from left to right
John Herr / CFO
Grace Kim / Director of Talent (seated) 
Megan Austin Karlen / Director, Capital Markets

“ We work with a team of experts  
at First Republic. They really get  
our industry.”

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA 

As a private equity firm with an almost 20-year history, Francisco Partners knows that 

strong relationships are what it takes to succeed in this fast-paced world. Specializing in 

investments in technology and technology-enabled businesses, the very nature of the 

firm’s industry means they often have last-minute or unique asks of the First Republic 

business banking team. Since 2011, they have entrusted their finances to the Bank and 

have been able to rely on the team to go above and beyond to meet their needs — and 

make them feel like they’re the most important client along the way.

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Client Since  / 2008

Venge Vineyards
Jason Williams / General Manager (left)
Kirk Venge / Owner and Winemaker (right)

“ It’s been quite a year for Napa Valley 
wineries. With First Republic’s  
support, we have peace of mind.”

CALISTOGA, CALIFORNIA 

Growing up on a vineyard in the Napa Valley, Kirk Venge had no idea his family’s com-

mitment  to  winemaking  was  unusual.  When  he  fulfilled  his  lifelong  dream  of  running  

the family vineyard, he turned to First Republic for support in growing the business and 

building what has become a renowned winery. Since 2008, Kirk’s business banker has 

been an extended member of the winery family, offering considerable knowledge and 

support to help accelerate growth. This relationship enables Kirk and the Venge team 

to further focus on their passion for winemaking. Some might say it’s a perfect pairing.

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Client Since  / 2015

Daniel Rasmussen
Founder and Portfolio Manager / Verdad Advisers

“ Working with First Republic is  
a completely different experience. 
The Bank’s service is unparalleled.”

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 

By  the  age  of  30,  Daniel  Rasmussen  had  followed  his  father’s  advice  for  success 

repeatedly: Focus and excel in the areas less explored — in niche specialties. Achieving 

success first through sports (rowing) and then as an author (19th century American 

South), Dan founded his own hedge fund in 2014 focusing on out-of-favor stocks with 

difficult balance sheets — a combination other firms usually dismiss. So, when Dan 

was  first  introduced  to  First  Republic,  he  quickly  recognized  the  Bank’s  distinctive 

business  model  too.  Inspired  by  the  true  client-first  service  model,  Dan  moved  his 

personal and business accounts to First Republic. And today, Dan happily refers his 

family and friends to the Bank he trusts.

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Clients Since  / 2014

Deepa and Kyle Eberlin
Deepa Eberlin / Administrator, CareOne Management 
Kyle Eberlin, M.D. / Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital 

“ First Republic refinanced our  
student loans and helped us buy our 
new home. The experience has been 
seamless and incredibly positive.”

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 

Deepa and Kyle Eberlin have extremely successful careers, yet balancing the demand 

of  family  life  with  work  life  remains  an  ongoing  challenge.  They  have  no  interest  in 

wasting time, and thanks to their First Republic banker, they don’t need to. Following the 

recommendation of a friend, they sought the Bank’s help in refinancing Kyle’s student 

debt (with some of the best rates available) and then moved to fund a new family home 

with some of the savings. With First Republic, the family has a financial partner they can 

trust to make their lives easier, more efficient and more enjoyable.

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Clients Since  / 1990

Ken Jones and Signe Kim Lauridsen-Jones
Ken Jones / Chairman, Sea Hawk Capital
Signe Kim Lauridsen-Jones / Attorney

“ First Republic gave us a loan in  
 1990 to build the home we still  
live in today. In all that time,  
the service hasn’t wavered.”

HALF MO ON BAY, CALIFORNIA 

Ken and Kim Jones are, above all, visionaries. Formally trained in engineering and law, 

their willingness to explore has led them into global telecommunications, shipping 

and timber among other ventures. Their properties, including a 10,000-acre ranch in 

Montana and an oceanfront ranch and home in California (shown here), reflect both 

their  business  sensibilities  and  their  love  of  the  outdoors.  Managing  all  this  takes  a 

financial partner that can move quickly and with flexibility. That’s why their commitment 

to First Republic — and First Republic’s commitment to them — has remained steadfast 

through the years.

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Client Since  / 2015

Dominique Crenn
Chef and Proprietor / Atelier Crenn, Petit Crenn, Bar Crenn

“ Every time I meet with my  
banker, I feel better. First Republic 
gets me and that makes my life so 
much easier.”

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA 

Dominique  Crenn  pushes  boundaries.  She  not  only  takes  an  unconventional  route 

to the food she prepares, she also takes an unconventional route to dining itself — 

making it all about experimentation, experience and absolute enjoyment. A Michelin 

star chef recognized as one of the best in the world, Dominique is fiercely committed 

to quality. When choosing a bank for her business, quality — in products, relationships 

and service — was essential. Hence, the choice of First Republic. It’s a relationship that 

evolves and creates great satisfaction, much like the food she prepares for her many 

customers and fans.

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Contents

The First Republic Difference

Overview of Products and Services

Consolidated Statement of Income

Consolidated Balance Sheet

Additional Information

Investing in Our Communities

Executive Leadership and Board of Directors

First Republic Values

Locations

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Jim Herbert
Chairman	and	Chief	Executive	Officer	(Founder)

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and Private Wealth Management

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Banking

Foreign
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The First Republic Difference

What sets First Republic apart is our unwavering commitment to exceptional client service. Each client 
benefits from having a single point of contact who coordinates all relationships within the organization 
and who personally refers clients to colleagues as needed. At First Republic, our goal is to build long-term, 
rewarding relationships with our clients.

Private Banking

Our full suite of private banking services is designed to address our clients’ complete financial picture 
and help them achieve their personal goals. To accomplish this, every private banking client works with a 
personal banker who knows them by name and serves as a single point of contact for all of their deposit 
and lending needs. At First Republic, our primary source of new clients is through referrals from satisfied 
existing clients.

Our distinctive brand of Private Banking includes:

•  A client-first approach based on advice and solutions — not products

•  Full-service banking on both coasts, including online and mobile banking, bill pay and no access fees at virtually all ATMs 

around the world. With our ATM Rebate Checking account, we even rebate access fees charged by other banks.

•  A commitment to ensuring our clients’ financial safety and privacy remains at the forefront of everything we do

Private Business Banking

Our professional business bankers provide the same personalized and highly responsive service to the 
business community as we do to personal banking clients. That’s why we call it Private Business Banking. 

Specialized services offered for:

•  Accounting Firms
•  Business Management Firms
•  Engineering Services
•  Entertainment Industry
•  Family Offices
•  Hedge Funds/Firms
•  Independent Schools

•  Investment Management Firms
•  Law Firms 
•  Medical Practices
•  Nonprofits
•  Private Aircraft/Marine Financing
•  Private Clubs
•  Private Equity Funds/Firms

•  Property Management Firms 
•  Real Estate Investors
•  Small Businesses
•  Technology Firms
•  Venture Capital Funds/Firms
•  Wineries

Private Wealth Management

First Republic Private Wealth Management professionals deliver objective, customized wealth management 
solutions and goals-based strategies to individuals, corporations and nonprofit organizations. 

Wealth Management services include:

•  Investment Management
•  Trust Administration and Custody

•  Financial Planning
•  Insurance Services

•  Brokerage Services
•  Foreign Exchange

Banking products and services are provided by First Republic Bank, Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender 

Investment Advisory services are provided by First Republic Investment Management, Inc. Trust services are provided by First Republic 
Trust Company and First Republic Trust Company of Delaware LLC. Brokerage services are offered through First Republic Securities 
Company, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. Insurance services are provided through First Republic Securities Company, DBA Grand Eagle 
Insurance Services, LLC, CA Insurance License # 0I13184, and First Republic Investment Management, DBA Eagle Private Insurance 
Services, CA Insurance License # 0K93728.

Investment, Insurance and Advisory Products and Services are Not FDIC Insured, Not Guaranteed and May Lose Value.

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Overview of Products and Services

Residential  
Lending

•  Single-Family Mortgages
•  Vacation Home Mortgages
•  Co-Op and Condominium Loans
•  Home Equity Lines of Credit

•  Bridge Loans
•   All-in-One, Construction-to-Permanent Loans
•  Eagle Community Loans1

Personal  
Lending

Commercial 
Real Estate 
Lending

CHECKING, 
SAVINGS, CDs 
(DEPOSITS)

Business 
Banking

•  Stock/Bond Secured Loans
•  Unsecured Loans
•   Streamlined Loans and Lines of Credit 
•  Overdraft Lines of Credit

•  Student Loan Refinancing2 
•  Loan Programs to Help Partners and 

Employees Invest in Their Firm or Fund

•  Aircraft and Marine Financing

•  Multi-Family Property Loans
•  Mixed-Use Building Loans

•  Commercial Real Estate Loans
•  Construction and Renovation Loans

•  ATM Rebate Checking3
•  Classic Checking
•  Basic Checking
•  Money Market Checking
•  Money Market Savings

•  Business Lending by Industry
•  Lines of Credit and Term Loans
•  Owner-User Commercial Real Estate Loans
•  Streamlined Small Business Lending
•  Capital Call Lines
•  Loan Programs to Help Partners and  

Employees Invest in Their Firm or Fund

•  Standby Letters of Credit
•  Business Analyzed Checking 
•  Simplified Business Checking
•  Business Interest Checking
•  Business Money Market Accounts
•  Multi-Client Management Accounts
•  Attorney Trust Accounts (IOLTA, IOTA, IOLA)
•  Custody and Business Escrow Services
•  Deposit Account Control Agreements
•  Business Debit Cards

•  Passbook Savings 
•  Certificates of Deposit (CDs)
•  Traditional, Roth and SEP IRAs
•  Banking Online and Bill Pay
•  Mobile Banking and Mobile Check Deposit

•  Corporate Online Banking and Bill Pay
•  Mobile Banking
•  Wire Transfer Services 
•  Wires Direct Transmission 
•  ACH Services 
•  ACH Direct Transmission
•  Remote Deposit Services
•  Direct Image Cash Letter
•  Biller and Payment Solutions 
•  Positive Pay Services
•  Paid Check Imaging
•  Lockbox Services Nationwide
•  Armored Car and Cash Vault Services
•  Courier Services
•  Merchant Card Services
•  On-Site ATM Installation and Maintenance 
•  Complimentary Internet Security Health Checks

•  Corporate provider of education debt repayment and savings benefits programs4

1  A relationship manager can provide details and determine if a property is eligible for the Eagle Community Loan Program.

2  This product is not a student loan. The terms of this product may differ from terms of your current loan. For example, this product does 

not contain special features such as forbearance periods and income-based repayment plans available for student loans.

3  Domestic and foreign country ATM access fees are rebated at the end of the monthly cycle. Foreign currency conversion and other 

usage fees vary by country and network and are not included in the rebated ATM access fees.

Banking products and services are provided by First Republic Bank, Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender 

4  Gradifi, Inc., is a wholly owned subsidiary of First Republic Bank.

Financial 
Planning

Investment 
Management

Brokerage 
Services

Trust 
Services

Insurance 
Services

Foreign 
Exchange 

•  Comprehensive Financial Review and Plan
•  Cash Flow and Retirement Planning 
•  Insurance Review 

•  Tax Planning Strategies 
•  Wealth Transfer and Legacy Planning
•  Philanthropic Planning

•  Equity Management
•  Fixed Income Management
•  Alternative Investments1
•  Endowment Investment Management  

and Consulting

•  Cash Management
•  Environmental, Social and Governance Investing
•  401(k) Plan Management
•  Online Investment Management Service2

•  Full-Service and Online Brokerage Services
•  Equities and Mutual Funds
•  Money Market Mutual Funds
•  Fixed Income 
•  Margin Loans
•  Structured Product Investments

•  Stock Donation Brokerage Services
•  10b5-1 Plans for Corporate Executives
•  Hedging Strategies for Concentrated  

Stock Positions

•  FDIC-Insured Sweep Accounts

•  Personal Trust Services with  

Open Architecture

•  Trustee of Revocable, Irrevocable  

and Testamentary Trusts

•  Estate Settlement/Executor Services

•  Agent for Trustee Services
•  Custody Services
•  Business Escrow Services
•  Independent and Objective Reporting
•  Delaware Trust Services

•  Access to Top Carriers and Best-in-Class 

•  Private Placement Life and Annuity Products, 

Products

Offering Alternative Investments

•  Permanent Life Insurance Products for  

•  Disability Products for High-Income Executives 

Estate, Business Planning and Tax-Deferred  
Cash Accumulation

and Professional Services Firms

•  Specialty and Hybrid Long-Term Care Products

•  Spot Foreign Exchange Contracts
•  Foreign Currency Wires
•  Foreign Currency Drafts
•  Foreign Currency Accounts/Deposits3

•  Forward Foreign Exchange Contracts
•  Currency Swaps 
•  Foreign Currency Options
•  Structured Hedging Solutions

1  These products are offered to clients who meet certain eligibility and suitability requirements.

2  Offered in partnership with FutureAdvisor.

3  Foreign currency deposit accounts are offered by First Republic Bank, Member FDIC.

Investment Advisory services are provided by First Republic Investment Management, Inc. Trust services are provided by First Republic 
Trust Company and First Republic Trust Company of Delaware LLC. Brokerage services are offered through First Republic Securities 
Company, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. Insurance services are provided through First Republic Securities Company, DBA Grand Eagle 
Insurance Services, LLC, CA Insurance License # 0I13184, and First Republic Investment Management, DBA Eagle Private Insurance 
Services, CA Insurance License # 0K93728.

Investment, Insurance and Advisory Products and Services, and Foreign Exchange Transactions, are Not FDIC Insured,  
Not Guaranteed and May Lose Value.

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Financial Summary / 2017

Consolidated Statement of Income

in thousands, except per share amounts

YEAR EN DED  DECEMBER  31 

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2 016

2 015

Interest income:

Loans
Investments
Other
Cash and cash equivalents
Total interest income

Interest expense:

Deposits
Borrowings

Total interest expense

Net interest income
Provision for loan losses
Net interest income after provision for loan losses

Noninterest income:

Investment management fees
Brokerage and investment fees
Trust fees
Foreign exchange fee income
Deposit fees
Loan and related fees
Loan servicing fees, net
Gain on sale of loans
Gain (loss) on investment securities, net
Income from investments in life insurance
Other income

Total noninterest income

Noninterest expense:

Salaries and employee benefits
Information systems
Occupancy
Professional fees
FDIC assessments
Advertising and marketing
Amortization of intangibles
Other expenses

Total noninterest expense

Income before provision for income taxes
Provision for income taxes
Net income
Dividends on preferred stock
Net income available to common shareholders

Basic earnings per common share
Diluted earnings per common share
Dividends per common share
Weighted average shares — basic
Weighted average shares — diluted

$ 1,903,070 
 521,837 
 14,861 
 11,850 
 2,451,618 

 134,786 
 165,369 
 300,155 

 2,151,463 
 60,181 
 2,091,282 

 282,868 
 32,221 
 13,658 
 27,691 
 22,633 
 13,012 
 13,800 
 9,233 
 (833)
 37,874 
 8,304 
 460,461 

 930,908 
 208,625 
 136,746 
 56,950 
 55,792 
 48,398 
 20,625 
 181,497 
 1,639,541 

 912,202 
 154,542 
 757,660 
 58,040 
$  699,620 

 $ 
$ 
$ 

 4.44 
 4.31 
 0.67 
 157,624 
 162,340 

$ 1,573,403 
378,719 
19,266 
9,485 
1,980,873 

73,765 
89,946 
163,711 

1,817,162 
47,192 
1,769,970 

224,626 
31,868 
12,365 
22,406 
20,699 
 14,097 
 13,465 
 4,828 
 1,055 
 48,119 
 1,284 
 394,812 

763,625 
153,207 
119,139 
52,740 
44,200 
32,783 
25,002 
146,490 
1,337,186 

827,596 
154,168 
673,428 
68,589 
$  604,839 

$ 
$ 
$ 

 4.07 
 3.93 
 0.63 
148,752 
154,095 

 $ 1,361,654 
 268,682 
27,464
 6,292 
 1,664,092 

 61,072 
 86,357 
 147,429 

 1,516,663 
 55,439 
 1,461,224 

 178,738 
 19,659 
 10,745 
 22,517 
 19,311 
 12,393 
 13,040 
 9,725 
 821 
 35,474 
 2,630 
 325,053 

 596,593 
 119,114 
 106,856 
 73,022 
 35,250 
 25,562 
 21,760 
 117,452 
 1,095,609 

 690,668 
 168,523 
 522,145 
 58,928 
 $  463,217 

 $  
 $  
 $  

  3.27 
  3.18 
 0.59 
 141,689 
 145,510 

See notes to consolidated financial statements in our Annual Report on Form 10-K.

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Consolidated Balance Sheet

dollars in thousands

assets

AS OF DECEMBER   31

Cash and cash equivalents

Investment securities:

Investment securities available-for-sale
Investment securities held-to-maturity

Total investment securities

Loans:

Single family (1-4 units)
Home equity lines of credit
Multifamily (5+ units)
Commercial real estate
Single family construction
Multifamily/commercial construction
Business
Stock secured
Other secured
Unsecured

Total loans

Allowance for loan losses

Loans, net

Loans held for sale
Investments in life insurance
Tax credit investments
Prepaid expenses and other assets
Premises, equipment and leasehold improvements, net
Goodwill
Other intangible assets
Mortgage servicing rights

Total Assets

See notes to consolidated financial statements in our Annual Report on Form 10-K.

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2 016

AS OF  DECEMBER 3 1

2 017

2 016

liabilities and equity

 $  2,297,021 

 $  2,107,722

 2,418,088 
 16,157,945 
 18,576,033 

 31,508,468 
 2,735,612 
 8,640,233 
 6,083,152 
 591,066 
 1,116,855 
 8,295,224 
 1,083,553 
 1,015,039 
 1,771,013 
 62,840,215 

 (365,932)
 62,474,283 

 87,695 
 1,330,652 
 1,107,546 
 1,254,720 
 296,197 
 198,447 
 91,774 
 66,139 
$ 87,780,507 

 2,007,258 
 13,150,157 
 15,157,415 

 26,266,866 
 2,634,944 
 6,676,642 
 5,464,870 
 494,616 
 919,541 
 6,872,327 
 822,908 
 723,648 
 1,131,955 
 52,008,317 

 (306,398)
 51,701,919 

 407,226 
 1,273,172 
 1,121,416 
 923,324 
 207,592 
 203,177 
 112,399 
 62,410 
$ 73,277,772 

Liabilities:
Deposits:

Noninterest-bearing checking
Interest-bearing checking
Money market checking
Money market savings and passbooks
Certificates of deposit

Total deposits

Short-term borrowings
Long-term FHLB advances
Senior notes
Subordinated notes
Debt related to variable interest entities
Other liabilities

Total Liabilities

Shareholders’ Equity:

Preferred stock, $0.01 par value per share;

$ 26,355,331 
 17,324,683 
 9,251,504 
 8,752,396 
 7,234,794 
 68,918,708 

 100,000 
 8,300,000 
 894,723 
 777,084 
—
 971,691 
 79,962,206 

 $ 22,740,303 
 14,575,890 
 7,969,787 
 8,203,340 
 5,113,061 
 58,602,381 

 100,000 
 5,900,000 
 397,955 
 387,380 
 25,973 
 955,431 
 66,369,120 

990,000 and 1,139,525 shares issued and outstanding

 990,000 

 1,139,525

Common stock, $0.01 par value per share;

161,695,803 and 154,292,487 shares issued and outstanding

Additional paid-in capital
Retained earnings
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)

Total Shareholders’ Equity

Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity

 1,617 
 3,778,913 
 3,051,611 
 (3,840)
 7,818,301 
 $ 87,780,507 

 1,543 
 3,301,705 
 2,459,540 
 6,339 
 6,908,652 
 $ 73,277,772 

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First Republic Common and Preferred Stock

First Republic Bank’s Common Stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) under the 
symbol FRC. At December 31, 2017, the Bank believes that its shares are held beneficially by approximately 
130,000 shareholders.

First  Republic  Bank’s  issues  of  Preferred  Stock  trade  as  depositary  shares  on  NYSE  under  the  symbols 
FRCPrD for the Series D, FRCPrE for the Series E, FRCPrF for the Series F, FRCPrG for the Series G and 
FRCPrH for the Series H. 

Additional Information and Where to Find it

In accordance with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), First Republic files annual 
reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K, proxy statements for 
the annual meeting of shareholders and other information with the FDIC, copies of which are available on the 
FDIC website at https://efr.fdic.gov/fcxweb/efr/index.html, in the Investor Relations section of our website 
at firstrepublic.com or upon written or telephone request to us at: First Republic Bank Investor Relations,  
111 Pine Street, San Francisco, CA 94111, (415) 392-1400.

Forward-Looking Statements

This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation 
Reform  Act  of  1995.  Statements  in  this  document  that  are  not  historical  facts  are  hereby  identified  as 
“forward-looking statements” for the purpose of the safe harbor provided by Section 21E of the Exchange 
Act.  Any  statements  about  our  expectations,  beliefs,  plans,  predictions,  forecasts,  objectives,  assumptions 
or  future  events  or  performance  are  not  historical  facts  and  may  be  forward-looking.  These  statements 
are often, but not always, made through the use of words or phrases such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “can,” 
“could,” “may,” “predicts,” “potential,” “should,” “will,” “estimates,” “plans,” “projects,” “continuing,” “ongoing,” 
“expects,”  “intends”  and  similar  words  or  phrases.  Accordingly,  these  statements  are  only  predictions  and 
involve estimates, known and unknown risks, assumptions and uncertainties that could cause actual results 
to  differ  materially  from  those  expressed  in  them.  Our  actual  results  could  differ  materially  from  those 
anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of risks and uncertainties more fully described in 
the risk factors in our 2017 Annual Report on Form 10-K. 

Forward-looking  statements  involving  such  risks  and  uncertainties  include,  but  are  not  limited  to, 
statements regarding: projections of loans, assets, deposits, liabilities, revenues, expenses, tax liabilities, net 
income,  capital  expenditures,  liquidity,  dividends,  capital  structure,  investments  or  other  financial  items; 
expectations regarding the banking and wealth management industries; descriptions of plans or objectives 

of management for future operations, products or services; forecasts of future economic conditions generally 
and in our market areas in particular, which may affect the ability of borrowers to repay their loans and the 
value of real property or other property held as collateral for such loans; our opportunities for growth and 
our plans for expansion (including opening new offices); expectations about the performance of any new 
offices; projections about the amount and the value of intangible assets, as well as amortization of recorded 
amounts; future provisions for loan losses, changes in nonperforming assets, impairment of investments 
and our allowance for loan losses; projections about future levels of loan originations or loan repayments; 
projections regarding costs, including the impact on our efficiency ratio; and descriptions of assumptions 
underlying or relating to any of the foregoing. Factors that could cause actual results to differ from those 
discussed in the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: significant competition to 
attract and retain banking and wealth management customers, from both traditional and non-traditional 
financial services and technology companies; our ability to recruit and retain key managers, employees and 
board members; the possibility of earthquakes, fires and other natural disasters affecting the markets in 
which we operate; interest rate risk and credit risk; our ability to maintain and follow high underwriting 
standards; economic and market conditions affecting the valuation of our investment securities portfolio, 
which could result in other-than-temporary impairment if the general economy deteriorates, credit ratings 
decline, the financial condition of issuers deteriorates, interest rates increase or the liquidity for securities 
is  limited;  real  estate  prices  generally  and  in  our  markets;  our  geographic  and  product  concentrations; 
demand for our products and services; the regulatory environment in which we operate, our regulatory 
compliance and future regulatory requirements; the impact of tax reform legislation; the phase-in of the 
final  capital  rules  regarding  the  Basel  Committee’s  “Basel  III”  December  2010  framework,  changes  to  the 
definitions  and  components  of  regulatory  capital  and  a  new  approach  for  risk-weighted  assets;  legislative 
and regulatory actions affecting us and the financial services industry, such as the Dodd-Frank Wall Street 
Reform and Consumer Protection Act, including increased compliance costs, limitations on activities and 
requirements to hold additional capital; our ability to avoid litigation and its associated costs and liabilities; 
the impact of new accounting standards; future FDIC special assessments or changes to regular assessments; 
fraud, cybersecurity and privacy risks; and custom technology preferences of our customers and our ability 
to successfully execute on initiatives relating to enhancements of our technology infrastructure, including 
client-facing systems and applications.

For a discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties, see the risk factors in our 2017 Annual Report 
on Form 10-K and any subsequent reports filed by First Republic under the Exchange Act. These filings 
are available in the Investor Relations section of our website. All forward-looking statements are necessarily 
only estimates of future results, and there can be no assurance that actual results will not differ materially 
from expectations, and, therefore, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements. Any 
forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by reference to the factors discussed throughout 
this document and in our 2017 Annual Report on Form 10-K. Further, any forward-looking statement speaks 
only as of the date on which it is made, and we undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking 
statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which the statement is made or to reflect the 
occurrence of unanticipated events.

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Investing in Our Communities

affordable housing
children
education
health and welfare
the arts

GLIDE

S A N   F R A N C I S C O ,   C A L I F O R N I A

GLIDE, established in 1929, has been serving San Francisco’s diverse 

community  for  decades.  Driven  by  core  values  rooted  in  empower-

ment, recovery and personal transformation, GLIDE works to alleviate  

suffering and break the cycles of poverty and marginalization through 

programs that foster wellness, growth, spirit and leadership. GLIDE’s 

longest running program, Daily Free Meals, is the only one in San  

Francisco providing three meals a day, 364 days a year to those in need.  

Whether providing for immediate needs, long-term harm reduction and 

violence intervention strategies, or support for families as they move 

out of poverty, GLIDE has the community covered.

Our commitment to our communities goes far beyond banking. Since 1985, we 
have consistently donated both time and resources to provide essential services 
to those who need them most. In addition, we have an active and significant 
commitment to building strong, dynamic communities through innovative 
banking and engagement programs. We continue to develop strong partnerships 
with a diverse group of nonprofits supporting the communities in which we live 
and work. Join us in celebrating three such outstanding organizations.

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Center for Creative Education

W E S T   P A L M   B E A C H ,   F L O R I D A

The Center for Creative Education (CCE) engages over 10,000 students 

annually  from  low-income  homes  and  marginalized  communities.  

Focused on students who are at risk of academic failure, CCE’s arts-

based education programs help to improve academic performance, 

while enhancing creativity, critical thinking, communication skills and 

confidence. CCE uses visual arts, theater, music and digital media arts 

to support students from kindergarten through 12th grade in underper-

forming schools and afterschool sites across Palm Beach County. For 

over 20 years, CCE has engaged students and increased their appetites 

for learning while helping them reach their full academic potential.

Qualitas of Life Foundation

N E W   Y O R K ,   N E W   Y O R K

Qualitas of Life Foundation, a volunteer-based organization, provides 

basic financial education to Hispanic individuals and their families, fos-

tering financial security and advancing the standard of living. Free, bi- 

lingual financial education workshops empower participants to improve  

their personal finances and achieve better opportunities. Participants 

are encouraged to consider new possibilities and plan for their future 

goals through tailored workshops that match technical expertise with 

comprehensive advice and practical activities. Over the past decade, 

Qualitas has provided financial education to 7,000 families, impacting 

over 21,000 individuals in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.

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Investing in Our Communities

Community Advisory Board

First Republic’s commitment to the community encompasses a wide variety of areas: from community 
lending to our financial literacy educational programs. Below is a brief summary of just some of our efforts 
to support and engage our local communities.

First Republic’s Community Advisory Board, comprised of five recognized and highly respected 
community leaders, is a key part of our outreach. The Community Advisory Board offers advice and 
strategic guidance on initiatives related to affordable housing, financial empowerment and small  
business and economic development.

3.6

Billion $

1.6

Billion $

27

Percent

Originated over 1,500  
community development loans1

Amount committed to low- 
income housing tax credit 
investments2

Percentage of small business  
loans in low- to moderate-income 
census tracts3

12.8

Percent

37

Percent

8,800+

Hours

Percentage of single-family  
home loans funded by unit to low-  
to moderate-income borrowers4

Percentage of loans to independent 
schools and nonprofit organizations in 
our Business Banking loan portfolio2

Time volunteered by First Republic 
employees through our formal, paid 
Employee Volunteer Program5

1  Loans originated from 2011 through 2016, the most recent reportable time period

2  As of December 31, 2017

3  For loans funded in 2016, the most recent reportable time period; percentage calculated by number of loans

4  Most recent data available, as determined by Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (“HMDA”) data

5  For the year 2017

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Faith Bautista, Board Chair
Ms. Bautista is President and CEO of the National Asian American Coalition (NAAC) and CEO of the National Diversity Coalition 
(NDC). She is a champion of the underserved, reaching out to communities that have traditionally been left out of homeownership, 
small  business  and  financial  literacy.  She  is  an  advisory  member  on  the  boards  of  CUDC,  CIT,  Royal  Business  Bank,  and  FCC 
broadband adoption and diversity. Ms. Bautista is also a member of the national advisory board for Charter Communications and 
presidential nominee for CDFI advisory board. Formerly, she was a member of the Office of Thrift Supervision’s Minority Depository 
Institutions Advisory Committee and sat on the Low-Income Oversight Board for the California Public Utilities Commission.

John Hope Bryant, Board Member
Mr. Bryant is Founder, Chairman and CEO of Operation HOPE; Chairman and CEO of Bryant Group Ventures and The Promise 
Homes  Company;  and  Co-Founder  of  Global  Dignity.  He  is  a  founding  member  of  the  Young  Global  Leaders  and  the  Clinton 
Global Initiative. Mr. Bryant has received over 500 awards and citations for his work, including being named one of Time magazine’s 
“50 Leaders for the Future” and the 2016 “Innovator of the Year” by American Banker magazine. He is the author of bestsellers The 
Memo, How the Poor Can Save Capitalism and Love Leadership.

Janice Jensen, Board Member
Ms. Jensen is President and CEO of Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley and serves on the board of directors for Silicon 
Valley@Home, Habitat for Humanity California State Support Organization and California Housing Consortium (board of governors). 
She is Vice Chair of Habitat for Humanity International’s U.S. Council, serves on several national committees, and chairs Habitat 
California’s  statewide  Legislative  Committee.  Ms.  Jensen’s  experience  spans  25  years  with  expertise  in  nonprofit  management 
primarily in the fields of healthcare and affordable housing.

Robert Monzon, Board Member
Mr. Monzon is a founding member and Board President for the Montebello Housing Development Corporation (MHDC). He 
is Board President of Bella Monte Homes LLC, Board Secretary of the Montebello Rotary Foundation, Treasurer of the Pasadena 
Altadena Coalition of Transformative Leaders and former President of the Pasadena Management Association. Mr. Monzon is the 
UnidosUS Affiliate Council Representative for California and serves on numerous other boards in his community. His awards include 
the Panther Advocacy Award (2012) and NCLR Champions of Homeownership (2015).

Claudia Viek, Board Member
Ms. Viek recently launched her consulting practice after a decade-long tenure as CEO of CAMEO, the California Association 
for Micro Enterprise Opportunity. She has been a pioneer in micro business and business incubation in California and is recognized 
as a thought leader in economic development, with a focus on women’s entrepreneurship and building local economies. She has been 
published in Huffington Post, American Banker and The Washington Post. She is the founder and former Executive Director of the Renais-
sance Entrepreneurship Center in San Francisco, a board member of the Association for Enterprise Opportunity, and serves on the MUFG 
Union Bank Community Advisory Board. She was named the Small Business Administration’s “Women in Business Champion of the Year.”

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Executive Leadership

First Republic’s leadership team represents considerable depth and  
experience in the financial industry. Their guidance also reflects extensive 
institutional knowledge and diverse perspectives.

What follows on this page and the next are biographies of our executive  
team and Board of Directors.

James H. Herbert, ii, 73, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (Founder)
Mr. Herbert founded First Republic Bank as CEO in 1985. Previously, he was the Founder, President, Chief Executive Officer and a 
director of San Francisco Bancorp from 1980-1985. Mr. Herbert is a trustee of Babson College and San Francisco Ballet Association 
(Chair and Co-Chair, 2002-2008). He is also a director of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, New York, and The BASIC Fund. B.S., 
1966, Babson College; M.B.A., 1969, New York University; Harvard Business School CEO Presidents’ Seminar Graduate.

Hafize Gaye Erkan, 38, President 
Ms. Erkan joined First Republic in 2014 and became President in 2017. She works alongside Jim Herbert in setting strategic direction 
and managing key client, shareholder and regulatory relationships. Ms. Erkan also oversees the Bank’s investment portfolio, deposit 
franchise, and New York and Boston regions. Prior to First Republic, she worked for Goldman Sachs as Managing Director and Head 
of Financial Institutions Group Strategies for nearly a decade advising boards and executive management of large U.S. banks and 
insurance companies. B.Sc., 2001, Bogazici University (Turkey); Ph.D., 2005, Princeton University; Harvard Business School Advanced 
Management Program, 2015; Stanford Graduate School of Business Executive Program in Leadership, 2016.

Jason C. Bender, 48, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Bender has been with First Republic since 1999, and managed the Bank’s finance department for over a decade before being 
appointed Chief Administrative Officer in 2013. In 2016, he was appointed Chief Operating Officer and is responsible for the overall 
operations of deposits and lending, strategic planning, enterprise data, online banking and related digital activities, information 
technology  and  secondary  loan  marketing.  He  oversees  banking  activities  in  the  Orange  County  and  San  Diego  regions.  B.A., 
1992, Swarthmore College; M.B.A., 1999, Stanford Graduate School of Business; Harvard Business School Advanced Management 
Program, 2014.

Robert L. Thornton, 60, Executive Vice President of First Republic Bank and President of First Republic  
Private Wealth Management

Mr. Thornton joined First Republic in 2004 and currently serves as President of First Republic Investment Management and President 
of First Republic Private Wealth Management. He became Executive Vice President of First Republic Bank in 2015 and oversees 
banking activities for the Los Angeles and Palm Beach regions. Prior to joining First Republic, Mr. Thornton held senior roles at  
Goldman Sachs, Credit Suisse and Deutsche Bank over a 20-year period. B.A., 1980, Duke University; J.D., 1983, Columbia Law 
School; Stanford Graduate School of Business Executive Program, 2014.

Michael D. Selfridge, 50, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer
Mr. Selfridge joined First Republic in 2012. He has served as Deputy Chief Operating Officer and Chief Operating Officer, and was 
appointed  Chief  Banking  Officer  in  2016.  As  Chief  Banking  Officer,  he  is  responsible  for  private  banking,  business  banking  and 
information security. Prior to joining First Republic, he was Head of U.S. Regional Banking at Silicon Valley Bank. He serves on the 
Board of Directors of Catholic Charities of San Francisco. B.S., 1989, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; M.B.A., 
1995, University of San Francisco; Harvard Business School Advanced Management Program, 2013.

Michael J. Roffler, 47, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer 
Mr. Roffler joined First Republic in 2009 as Deputy Chief Financial Officer and was appointed Executive Vice President and Chief 
Financial Officer in 2015. Prior to joining the Bank, Mr. Roffler was a Certified Public Accountant with KPMG LLP for 16 years, five of 
which were as an audit partner. B.S., 1993, Marquette University; Stanford Graduate School of Business Executive Program, 2013.

David B. Lichtman, 54, Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer 
Mr. Lichtman has been with First Republic since 1986 and has held positions in various phases of lending operations at the Bank. 
Mr. Lichtman was appointed Chief Credit Officer in 1995. In the role of Chief Credit Officer, he is responsible for promoting the Bank’s 
credit culture focused on safe and disciplined lending standards and practices. B.A., 1985, Vassar College; M.B.A., 1990, University 
of California, Berkeley.

Mollie M. Richardson, 39, Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative and People Officer 
Ms. Richardson joined First Republic in 2003 and was appointed Chief Administrative Officer and Chief People Officer in 2016. Ms. 
Richardson oversees human resources, Eagle Lending and various bank-wide initiatives. Ms. Richardson previously served as Deputy 
Chief Administrative Officer and head of Board and Investor Relations at First Republic. She is Co-Chair of the Network for Teaching 
Entrepreneurship, Bay Area. B.A., 2001, Sonoma State University; Harvard Business School Advanced Management Program, 2013.

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Board of Directors

James H. Herbert, ii, 73, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer (Founder) and Board Member 
Mr. Herbert founded First Republic Bank as CEO in 1985. Previously, he was the Founder, President, Chief Executive Officer and a 
director of San Francisco Bancorp from 1980-1985. Mr. Herbert is a trustee of Babson College and San Francisco Ballet Association 
(Chair and Co-Chair, 2002-2008). He is also a director of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, New York, and The BASIC Fund. B.S., 
1966, Babson College; M.B.A., 1969, New York University; Harvard Business School CEO Presidents’ Seminar Graduate.

Katherine August-deWilde, 70, Vice Chair and Board Member
Ms. August-deWilde was an executive at First Republic Bank from 1985-2015. She served as President from 2007 and as COO from 
1996-2014. Previously, she was Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at PMI Group. She serves on the public company 
boards of TriNet Group, Inc., and Sunrun, Inc. She also serves on the private company boards of Equilar, Inc., and Eventbrite. She is 
a member of the Advisory Council of the Stanford Center on Longevity and a member of the Stanford University Graduate School of 
Business Advisory Council. A.B., 1969, Goucher College; M.B.A., 1975, Stanford University.

Thomas J. Barrack, jr., 70, Board Member 
Mr.  Barrack  is  Executive  Chairman  of  Colony  NorthStar,  Inc.  He  previously  held  the  position  of  Founder  and  Executive  Chairman 
of Colony Capital, Inc., the predecessor to Colony NorthStar. He served in the Reagan administration as Deputy Undersecretary of 
the Department of the Interior and was Chairman of the 58th Presidential Inaugural Committee. He is a trustee of the University of 
Southern California, sits on a variety of private boards, and was awarded France’s Chevalier de la Légion d’honneur by President 
Nicolas Sarkozy. B.A., 1969, University of Southern California; J.D., 1972, University of San Diego.

Frank J. Fahrenkopf, jr., 78, Board Member 
Mr. Fahrenkopf was President and CEO of the American Gaming Association for 18 years. He is of counsel in the Washington, D.C., 
law firm of Hogan Lovells. He is Co-Chairman of the Commission on Presidential Debates. From 1983 to 1989, he was Chairman of 
the Republican National Committee. He is a director of ten funds within the Gabelli Funds, LLC, fund complex. He is also a director 
of Eldorado Resorts, Inc., and a member of the private company board of BMM International. B.A., 1962, University of Nevada, Reno; 
L.L.B., 1965, University of California, Berkeley.

L. Martin Gibbs, 80, Board Member
Mr. Gibbs is currently an investor who retired from his law practice in 2010. He previously represented First Republic from its inception 
through the end of 2009 and was a partner in the law firm of White & Case LLP, where he had a broad-based corporate legal practice 
with substantial experience in mergers and acquisitions, securitizations, real estate, private equity and banking transactions. A.B., 
1959, Brown University; J.D., 1962, Columbia University School of Law.

Boris Groysberg, 46, Board Member
Professor Groysberg teaches business administration in the Organizational Behavior unit at Harvard Business School. He is the author of 
Chasing Stars: The Myth of Talent and the Portability of Performance and co-author of Talk, Inc.: How Trusted Leaders Use Conversation 
to Power their Organizations and Wall Street Research: Past, Present, and Future. He has published more than 100 articles, notes and 
case studies on how firms develop and utilize their talent, and has won numerous awards for his research on managing human capital. 
B.S., 1994, New York University Stern School of Business; D.B.A., 2002, Harvard Business School.

Sandra R. Hernández, m.d., 60, Board Member 
Dr. Hernández is President and CEO of the California Health Care Foundation, an independent foundation dedicated to improving the 
health of the people of California. Prior to joining CHCF, she was CEO of The San Francisco Foundation, which she led for 16 years. 
Dr. Hernández previously served as director of public health for the City and County of San Francisco and co-chaired San Francisco’s 
Universal Healthcare Council. B.A., 1979, Yale University; M.D., 1984, Tufts School of Medicine; Senior Executives in State and Local 
Government certificate program, Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government.

Pamela J. Joyner, 59, Board Member 
Ms. Joyner is a Founding Partner of Avid Partners LLC, a strategic marketing consulting firm. Previously, she held senior positions 
at Bowman Capital Management LLC and Capital Guardian Trust Company. She is a Trustee Emeritus of Dartmouth College, Chair 
of  the  Tate  Americas  Foundation,  and  a  trustee  of  the  Art  Institute  of  Chicago  and  J.  Paul  Getty  Trust.  She  was  Co-Chair  of  the 
San Francisco Ballet Association. B.A., 1979, Dartmouth College; M.B.A., 1984, Harvard University; M.A., Honorary Degree, 2001, 
Dartmouth College.

Reynold Levy, 72, Board Member / Lead Outside Director 
Mr.  Levy  serves  as  a  consultant  to  commercial  organizations,  nonprofit  institutions  and  individual  benefactors.  He  most  recently 
served as President of the Robin Hood Foundation, and was President of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts from 2002-2013. 
Previously, he was President of the International Rescue Committee and a senior executive at AT&T. He is a fellow of the American 
Academy of Arts and Sciences and Chairman of the Board of the Charles H. Revson Foundation. B.A., 1966, Hobart College; M.A., 
1969, University of Virginia; Ph.D., 1973, University of Virginia; J.D., 1973, Columbia University Law School.

Duncan L. Niederauer, 58, Board Member 
Mr. Niederauer served as CEO of NYSE (2007-2014) and partner of Goldman Sachs. Currently he is a founding partner of Communitas 
Capital Partners, and a co-founder of the Mountain Top Advisory Group. He is a director of Realogy Holdings Corp. and Geox SpA, and 
sits on several additional boards, including the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation, The American Ireland Fund and Colgate 
University. He and his wife Alison led the Newmark School’s “Destination of Promise” campaign to build a school for children with 
autism and related disabilities. B.A., 1981, Colgate University; M.B.A., 1985, Emory University.

George G. C. Parker, 79, Board Member 
Mr. Parker is the Dean Witter Distinguished Professor of Finance, Emeritus, formerly Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, 
Director of the MBA Program and Director of Executive Education at the Graduate School of Business, Stanford University. He serves 
on the board of directors of Colony NorthStar, Inc., and formerly served on the board of directors of Threshold Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 
B.A., 1960, Haverford College; M.B.A., Ph.D., 1967, Stanford University.

Cheryl Spielman, 63, Board Member 
Ms. Spielman was a partner at Ernst & Young U.S. LLP from 1997-2015, where she led the Human Capital Financial Services practice. 
From 1989-1996, she was an executive with the firm. Previously, she was a tax professional at Arthur Young & Company. She is a 
trustee of the Cornell University Hillel Board and the Jewish Women’s Foundation of South Palm Beach County, a board member of 
the Koby Mandel Foundation, and is the Audit Committee Chairperson of the Polo Club of Boca Raton, Florida. B.S., 1977, Cornell 
University; M.B.A., 1980, University of Chicago. Certified Public Accountant.

Emeritus

Roger O. Walther, 82, Chairman Emeritus 
Founding  Chairman  and  member  of  Director’s  Loan  Committee,  Mr.  Walther  is  Chairman  of  Tusker  Corporation,  a  real  estate 
management firm. He is a director of The Charles Schwab Corporation, a Chancellor’s Associate and member of the Audit Committee 
of  the  UCSF  Foundation,  and  a  member  of  the  Festival  Napa  Valley  executive  committee.  B.S.,  1958,  United  States  Coast  Guard 
Academy; M.B.A., 1961, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.

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First Republic Values

Do the  
Right Thing

Provide  
Extraordinary Service

Think  
Positively

Move Forward,  
Move Fast

Respect  
the Team

Take  
Responsibility

Grow

Have Fun

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Locations

Northern  
California

San Francisco

Market Square 
1355 Market Street, Suite 140 
San Francisco, California 94103 
(415) 487-0888

101 Pine Street 
San Francisco, California 94111 
(415) 392-1400

405 Howard Street, Suite 110 
San Francisco, California 94105 
(415) 975-3877

One Embarcadero Center 
Street Level 
San Francisco, California 94111 
(415) 398-8880 

Pine Street Extension  
One Front Street 
San Francisco, California 94111 
(415) 392-1400

44 Montgomery Street  
San Francisco, California 94104 
(415) 392-3888

1354 Castro Street  
San Francisco, California 94114 
(Projected opening Summer 2018)

1088 Stockton Street  
San Francisco, California 94108 
(415) 834-0888

1699 Van Ness Avenue  
San Francisco, California 94109 
(415) 447-0888

The Presidio of San Francisco 
558 Presidio Boulevard, Suite A 
San Francisco, California 94129 
(415) 561-2988

3533 California Street  
San Francisco, California 94118 
(415) 831-6688

6001 Geary Boulevard  
San Francisco, California 94121 
(415) 751-3888

653 Irving Street 
San Francisco, California 94122 
(415) 564-8881

1809 Irving Street 
San Francisco, California 94122 
(415) 664-0888

279 West Portal Avenue 
San Francisco, California 94127 
(415) 504-8799

San Francisco Peninsula

139 South El Camino Real  
Millbrae, California 94030 
(650) 692-6880

1155 California Drive  
Burlingame, California 94010 
(650) 579-2888

1111 South El Camino Real  
San Mateo, California 94402 
(650) 571-8388

776 El Camino Real 
Redwood City, California 94063 
(650) 216-8883

1215 El Camino Real  
Menlo Park, California 94025 
(650) 470-8888

2550 Sand Hill Road, Suite 100 
Menlo Park, California 94025 
(650) 233-8880

2275 El Camino Real  
Palo Alto, California 94306 
(650) 329-8883

400 South San Antonio Road  
Los Altos, California 94022  
(650) 559-8810

201 West El Camino Real 
Sunnyvale, California 94087 
(408) 733-8881

10297 South De Anza Boulevard 
Cupertino, California 95014 
(408) 973-8881 

1625 The Alameda  
San Jose, California 95126 
(408) 999-0242

275 Los Gatos Saratoga Road 
Los Gatos, California 95030 
(408) 395-2235

San Francisco East Bay

2110 Mountain Boulevard 
Oakland, California 94611 
(510) 530-8881

224 Brookwood Road  
Orinda, California 94563 
(925) 254-8993

1400 Civic Drive  
Walnut Creek, California 94596 
(925) 256-6857

680 Hartz Avenue  
Danville, California 94526 
(925) 820-1777

3130 Crow Canyon Place  
San Ramon, California 94583 
(925) 866-1414

249 Main Street  
Pleasanton, California 94566 
(925) 846-8811

211 South J Street 
Livermore, California 94550 
(925) 373-3811

Marin County

750 Redwood Highway Frontage 
Road, Suite 1218 
Mill Valley, California 94941 
(415) 389-0880

1099 Fourth Street 
San Rafael, California 94901 
(415) 485-3888

Napa County

1753 Trancas Street  
Napa, California 94558 
(707) 254-8600

999 Adams Street, Suite 401  
St. Helena, California 94574 
(707) 968-0988

Sonoma County

640 Third Street 
Santa Rosa, California 95404 
(707) 544-8881

Southern  
California

Los Angeles

1888 Century Park East  
Los Angeles, California 90067 
(310) 712-1888

9593 Wilshire Boulevard  
Beverly Hills, California 90212 
(310) 288-0777

11770 San Vicente Boulevard 
Los Angeles, California 90049 
(310) 820-1820

431 Wilshire Boulevard  
Santa Monica, California 90401 
(310) 393-8889

284 Washington Street 
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481 
(781) 239-9881

47 Brattle Street 
Cambridge, Massachusetts 
02138 
(Projected opening Summer 2018)

New Hampshire 

Lending Office 
130 Main Street, Suite 206A  
Salem, New Hampshire 03079  
(603) 893-8875

Florida

241 Royal Palm Way 
Palm Beach, Florida 33480 
(561) 835-8829

300 South U.S. Highway 1  
Jupiter, Florida 33477 
(Projected opening Spring 2018)

4506 PGA Boulevard 
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 
33418 
(Projected opening Winter 2019)

575 Madison Avenue 
(at 56th Street) 
New York, New York 10022 
(212) 371-8088

320 Park Avenue (at 51st Street) 
New York, New York 10022 
(212) 486-8882

443 Park Avenue South 
(at East 30th Street) 
New York, New York 10016 
(212) 532-8882

442 6th Avenue (at 10th Street) 
New York, New York 10011 
(212) 253-8888

225 Broadway (at Barclay Street) 
New York, New York 10007 
(212) 372-3088

163 Canal Street  
(at Elizabeth Street)  
New York, New York 10013 
(Projected opening Summer 2018)

Connecticut

93 Mason Street  
Greenwich, Connecticut 06830 
(203) 422-0818

Massachusetts

160 Federal Street  
Boston, Massachusetts 02110 
(617) 330-1288

12070 Ventura Boulevard  
Studio City, California 91604 
(818) 752-4777

1110 Camino Del Mar 
Del Mar, California 92014 
(858) 755-5600

888 South Figueroa Street,  
Suite 100  
Los Angeles, California 90017 
(213) 239-8883

16300 Ventura Boulevard  
Encino, California 91436 
(Projected opening Fall 2018)

Santa Barbara

116 East Grand Avenue  
Escondido, California 92025 
(760) 740-7000

12626 High Bluff Drive, Suite 400 
San Diego, California 92130 
(858) 259-2795

Oregon

1200 State Street  
Santa Barbara, California 93101 
(805) 560-6883

947 SW Broadway 
Portland, Oregon 97205 
(503) 525-8800

Wyoming

545 West Broadway 
Jackson, WY 83001 
(Projected opening Winter 2018)

New York

Rockefeller Center 
1230 Avenue of the Americas 
(at 48th Street) 
New York, New York 10020 
(212) 459-9000

Time Warner Center 
10 Columbus Circle 
(at West 59th Street) 
New York, New York 10019 
(212) 331-0088

Palm Desert

73010 El Paseo 
Palm Desert, California 92260 
(760) 776-8882

Newport Beach 

3991 MacArthur Boulevard, 
Suite 300 
Newport Beach, California 92660 
(949) 756-8828

2800 East Coast Highway  
Corona del Mar, California 92625 
(949) 721-0988

San Diego County

1280 4th Avenue 
San Diego, California 92101 
(619) 238-9088

8347 La Mesa Boulevard  
La Mesa, California 91942 
(619) 462-6700

1200 Prospect Street,  
Suite 125  
La Jolla, California 92037 
(858) 454-8883

2160 Broadway (at 76th Street) 
New York, New York 10024 
(212) 580-8588

One Post Office Square  
Boston, Massachusetts 02109 
(617) 423-2888

148 East 79th Street  
(at Lexington Avenue) 
New York, New York 10075 
(212) 288-6888

772 Boylston Street  
Boston, Massachusetts 02199 
(617) 859-8888 

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Northern  
California

111 Pine Street 
San Francisco, California 94111 
(415) 288-1400; (800) 257-4414

2500 Sand Hill Road, Suite 200 
Menlo Park, California 94025 
(650) 433-5508

3000 Sand Hill Road, Suite 2-160 
Menlo Park, California 94025 
(650) 352-9300

2275 El Camino Real  
Palo Alto, California 94306 
(650) 329-8883; (866) 818-8883

1400 Civic Drive  
Walnut Creek, California 94596 
(925) 256-6857

Southern  
California

1888 Century Park East  
Los Angeles, California 90067 
(310) 712-1888; (877) 743-7777

1200 State Street  
Santa Barbara, California 93101 
(800) 677-0953

3991 MacArthur Boulevard  
Suite 300 
Newport Beach, California 92660 
(949) 756-8828; (888) 339-3088

12626 High Bluff Drive, Suite 400 
San Diego, California 92130 
(858) 259-2795

Massachusetts

160 Federal Street  
Boston, Massachusetts 02110 
(617) 330-1288; (866) 810-8919

284 Washington Street 
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481 
(781) 239-9881

Delaware

1201 North Market Street  
10th Floor 
Wilmington, Delaware 19801 
(302) 888-2988

Florida

241 Royal Palm Way 
Palm Beach, Florida 33480 
(561) 835-8829

Hawaii

745 Fort Street Mall, Suite 1202 
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 
(808) 524-4477; (866) 524-4477

Oregon

947 SW Broadway 
Portland, Oregon 97205 
(503) 525-8800; (888) 848-3680

Washington

900 Washington Street  
Suite 8001 
Vancouver, Washington 98660 
(360) 695-6047

New York

Rockefeller Center 
1230 Avenue of the Americas  
(at 48th Street) 
New York, New York 10020 
(212) 759-7755; (800) 775-0604

1001 Franklin Avenue, Suite 100 
(at 10th Street) 
Garden City, New York 11530 
(516) 873-7888

First Republic Private Wealth Management includes First Republic Trust Company; First Republic Trust Company of 
Delaware LLC; First Republic Investment Management, Inc., an SEC Registered Investment Advisor; and First Republic 
Securities Company, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC.

We dedicate this year’s annual report in memory of Paula Lucas, a dear friend and colleague of First Republic Bank.  
Paula thoughtfully led the production of our annual reports for over 20 years with boundless enthusiasm and creativity.

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Corporate Information

stock trading
Listed on the New York Stock Exchange:
Common Stock Symbol: FRC
Preferred Stock Series D-H Symbols: FRCPrD, FRCPrE,  
FRCPrF, FRCPrG, FRCPrH

transfer agent
Computershare Inc.

external counsel
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP 
Arnold & Porter LLP

auditors
KPMG LLP

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Design: Howry Design Associates / San Francisco

Principal Photography: Jamey Stillings

Project Director: Seta Hanoian

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