Pacific Valley Bank , a trusted community bank on California’s Central Coast, is excited to welcome Vida Villanueva as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. With nearly 30 years of experience in community and international banking, Vida brings dynamic leadership and a strong record of driving strategic and operational success to PVB’s executive team.
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Vida joins PVB from executive roles at Monterey County Bank, 1st Capital Bank, and HSBC, where she led enterprise-wide strategies across the U.S., Latin America, and the Middle East. Her expertise spans risk management, compliance, operations, innovation, IT, and strategic transformation, making her the ideal leader to guide PVB into its next chapter of growth and modernization.
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“Vida’s appointment is an exciting milestone for Pacific Valley Bank,” said Anker Fanoe, CEO of PVB. “Her strategic vision and operational expertise will help us improve efficiency, strengthen governance, and deliver an even better experience for our customers, setting the stage for continued growth.”
In her new role, Vida will oversee Risk and Compliance, Information Technology, Innovation, Operations, and Human Resources. She will also help shape the bank’s long-term strategy and foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and continuous learning.
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Beyond her professional achievements, Vida is a proud Mills College alumna and a passionate advocate for community engagement, education, and empowerment. She has served on the board of Girls Inc. of the Central Coast for many years and was recently named Board President, reflecting her commitment to advancing opportunities for girls and young women across the region.
“I’m honored to join Pacific Valley Bank and contribute to its mission of community-centered banking,” said Villanueva. “Together, we’ll build on the bank’s strong foundation and drive meaningful, lasting change for our customers, employees, and the communities we serve.”
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