Bank of America has named Erik Vatter president of Bank of America Sarasota/Manatee. As president, Vatter is responsible for connecting the banking and investment resources offered through the bank’s eight lines of business to people and companies across Sarasota/Manatee. He will also lead the effort to deploy Bank of America’s resources to address social concerns, strengthen economic opportunity, and build strong communities, as well as support the health, safety, and engagement of local employees. In addition to his responsibilities as president of Sarasota/Manatee, Vatter is a Merrill resident director and recruitment strategy executive. Since joining Bank of America, he has led Merrill offices in York, Pennsylvania, and Sarasota/Manatee. As a long-time Sarasota/Manatee resident, Erik is active in the community, supporting All Faiths Food Bank and other local nonprofits focused on economic mobility and outcomes for children. He is also involved in Bank of America’s employee networks, serving as the executive sponsor of LEAD for Women Sarasota/Manatee, and he is an LGBTQ+ champion. Vatter graduated from The Pennsylvania State University.