U.S. Bank selected Adrian Montero as its West region manager of commercial real estate. Leading the bank’s efforts in financing developments across California, Arizona and Nevada, Montero will split his time between downtown L.A. and Orange County. Additionally, the bank is eyeing mixed-use developments with residential and commercial aspects. Familiar territoryPrior to stepping up to this role, Montero oversaw commercial real estate for U.S. Bank’s L.A. and Orange County markets – so, the territory is familiar. “These factors restrict supply and intensify affordability pressures, which is why we’re seeing developers shift toward higher-density strategies,” he said.