Stephen Philipson

Stephen Philipson is the Senior Executive Vice President and Head of Wealth, Corporate, Commercial, and Institutional Banking (WCIB) at U.S. Bank. His leadership role was solidified in June 2024 when he was appointed to oversee all product businesses within this banking unit, which is responsible for a significant portion of the bank's revenue.14

Professional Background

Philipson has been with U.S. Bank since 2009, progressively advancing through various positions in fixed income, capital markets, and commercial products. Prior to his current role, he served as the head of Global Markets and Specialized Finance from April 2023 to June 2024, and as Executive Vice President for Commercial Products in the year prior.12 His previous experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley and Wachovia, where he focused on high-grade debt capital markets and global capital markets.23

Education

Stephen Philipson holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and East Asian Studies from Washington and Lee University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. He completed his high school education at Isidore Newman School.2

Personal Details

Philipson is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is known for his deep product knowledge and innovative solutions in banking.15