WHO WE ARE
Welcome to Mission Valley Bank, your community banking partner since July 2001. Our foundation is built on a straightforward yet powerful premise: understand and meet the unique financial needs of the individuals, families, and businesses in our community. Founded by a group of local businesspeople and bankers, we have grown steadily over the past two decades without losing sight of our commitment: redefining banking solutions that help you reach your financial goals.
Our impact extends beyond transactions and accounts. We are deeply involved in community development, lending our support to local events, organizations, and initiatives that drive neighborhoods forward. We stand firm in the belief that a bank’s true value is measured by the success and strength of the community it serves.
Our Team
What makes Mission Valley Bank exceptional? Our people. Our team is a dynamic blend of experienced bankers and passionate advocates for your financial success. We are Trusted Advisors in our fields, but more importantly, we are enthusiasts for helping our clients succeed. Connect with a community of success at Mission Valley Bank—join the hundreds of businesses that rely on us to prioritize their financial goals and strengthen our collective community.
Let’s redefine success together.
Board of Directors
Tamara Gurney
President, CEO & Director
Mission Valley Bancorp
Mission Valley Bank
John Parker
Director of Mission Valley Bancorp & Bank
Mr. Parker is the Co-Founder of Parker Brown Inc. bank consultant.
Kathleen Kellogg
Director
Mission Valley Bancorp
Mission Valley Bank
Ms. Kellogg is an experienced banking executive and director.
John Miller
Director
Mission Valley Bancorp
Mission Valley Bank
Mr. Miller is an Executive Officer & Co-founder of Lexicon Bank, as well as an investment advisory professional and community bank consultant.
Jerold B. Neuman
Director
Mission Valley Bancorp
Mission Valley Bank
Mr. Neuman is a partner with the law firm of DLA Piper
Ara Oghoorian CFA, CFP®, CPA
Director
Mission Valley Bancorp
Mission Valley Bank
Mr. Oghoorian is the Founder & President of ACap Asset Management, Inc.
Eric Y. Sato, CPA (Retired)
Director of Mission Valley Bancorp & Bank
Mr. Sato is a consultant to the Certified Public Accounting firm of Edwards, Sato & Yang CPA’s.
Executive Leadership Team
Tamara Gurney
President
Chief Executive Officer
Amanda Connell
Executive Vice President
Chief Operating Officer
Anthony Chuan
Executive Vice President
Chief Financial Officer
Michael Henry
Executive Vice President
Chief Credit Officer
Brian Carlson
Executive Vice President
Managing Director SBA
Administration Officers
Frank Abraham
Senior Vice President,
Deputy Chief Credit Officer
Paula Bahamon
Senior Vice President,
Community Development Manager
Ben Buskey
Senior Vice President,
Corporate Banking Manager
Michael Carlson
Senior Vice President, SBA National Sales Manager
Christina Kim
Senior Vice President, Controller
Timothy Moore
Senior Vice President, Credit Administrator
Maria Gonzalez
Senior Vice President, Central Operations Manager
Yolanda Ortiz
Senior Vice President, Compliance/Risk Manager
Tony Rodriguez
Senior Vice President, Operations Solutions Manager
Samuel Saunders
Senior Vice President, Manager of Accounts Receivables Lending
Justin Stewart
Senior Vice President, Community Banking
Branch Location Managers
SANTA CLARITA
661-753-5693
Laura Soto
Branch Manager
SUN VALLEY
818-394-2300
Alexandra Macias
Branch Manager
BURBANK
818-433-3560
Schanel Lofton
Branch Manager
ARCADIA
626-566-3838
Tony Diep
Branch Manager
