July 14, 2026
ST. PAUL, Minn. (July 14, 2026) – Sunrise Banks, a values-based bank with locations in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Sioux Falls, South Dakota, has welcomed Ethan McClelland as its new Vice President of Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs.
McClelland is a public policy executive with more than 15 years of experience bridging federal and state legislative strategy. He spent a decade in the U.S. House of Representatives, serving as Deputy Director of Member Services within Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s leadership team and later as Parliamentarian for the House Financial Services Committee, where he shaped policy strategy for federal financial regulation, digital assets, fintech and housing markets.
On the private sector side, McClelland brings deep experience building corporate government affairs programs, including navigating complex federal regulatory oversight and third-party risk within the fast-evolving Banking-as-a-Service fintech ecosystem.
“I am incredibly excited to join the team at Sunrise Banks – an institution that proves deep community impact and financial innovation go hand-in-hand,” says McClelland. “The fintech and financial regulatory landscapes are rapidly evolving, and I look forward to using my experience to advocate for Sunrise’s mission as a leader in responsible banking.”
McClelland will take over the role for Rick Beeson, Executive Vice President for Corporate Development and Government Relations. Beeson is retiring at the end of 2026 after nearly four decades with Sunrise Banks and its affiliated banks.
“Ethan is well-positioned to represent Sunrise Banks and advocate for the policies that allow us to be a force for good in the communities we serve,” says Beeson. “Building strong relationships with leaders at all levels of government and business is critical so we can maximize our impact. Ethan’s knowledge of the legislative landscape, public policy experience and business acumen will be invaluable as he transitions into this role.”
Originally from Kentucky, McClelland is a graduate of Rhodes College in Memphis, Tenn. He currently lives in south Minneapolis with his wife and two young children.
ABOUT SUNRISE BANKS
Sunrise Banks is no ordinary bank; we strive to be a place where money and values meet for our customers and our communities. We do this by prioritizing social responsibility, community impact and environmental sustainability alongside innovative financial products and services. With bank locations in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota and Sioux Falls, South Dakota – along with a fintech and payments division based in Sioux Falls — Sunrise Banks seeks to build meaningful relationships, empower financial wellness and drive positive change.
Sunrise Banks is certified by the U.S. Treasury as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), a designation earned by less than five percent of banks nationwide. Sunrise Banks is a member of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values and a certified B Corporation for its demonstrated commitment to transparent corporate governance and positive community impact. Visit sunrisebanks.com to learn more.
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