Gary Poth, a senior banking professional, has been named director of sales and strategy for Key Private Bank, a US bank based in Cleveland.

Meanwhile, Timothy Swanson, a senior banking executive, has joined the firm as chief investment officer for the private bank. Both men will report to Tim Lathe, executive vice president and head of Key Private Bank.

Mr Poth rejoins Key from National City Corporation where he was chief financial officer for both the Private Client Group and Allegiant Asset Management.

Mr Swanson also joins Key from National City Corporation, where he was executive vice president and chief investment officer for the Private Client Group.