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Central Florida’s Newest Community Bank, Portrait Bank, Announces Plans to Open in 2026

September 3, 2025 – WINTER PARK, FL – A new community bank is coming to Central Florida with a mission to help residents and businesses “frame their financial future.” Banking veteran Erik Weiner announced the filing of regulatory applications to open Portrait Bank in Winter Park in the first quarter 2026, marking the first de novo bank to launch in the Central Florida area in recent years.

A new focus on relationship-based banking is coming to Central Florida. Portrait Bank will offer a tech-forward, boutique banking experience and customized solutions that empower local businesses and consumers to create and frame their own financial success story.

Our Board of Directors

Erik Weiner

Portrait Bank
Founder, President & CEO

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Ed Timberlake

Portrait Bank
Chairman of the Board

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Jay Darulla

Portrait Bank
EVP Chief Operating Officer

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Tom Cira

Iron Horse Consulting Group
Co-founder and Managing Director

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Warren Dietel

Puff ‘n Stuff Catering
Owner & President

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Mike Durante

Berman Hopkins
Retired CPA

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John Evans

Moonbeam Land Company
President

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Matt Fox

IAT Insurance Group
Florida Head Regional Manager

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Don Gaudette

V3 Capital Group
Executive Vice President

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Fran Korosec

Taylor Ross Consulting
Owner

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Bill Lowman

Shuffield Lowman
Managing Partner

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Joanne McMahon

JM Hospitality
Owner
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Brian Yeager

Sullivan Properties
Vice President-Development & Construction

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We’re bringing an innovative approach to community banking.

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Ours is focused on Central Florida’s businesses and consumers.

Opening 2026
Winter Park, Florida