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 of Mission Valley Bancorp & Bank

• Kathleen Kellogg

Director of Mission Valley Bancorp & Bank
Ms. Kellogg is an experienced banking executive and director.

• John Miller

Director of Mission Valley Bancorp & 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 of Mission Valley Bancorp
Mr. Neuman is a partner with the law firm of DLA Piper

• Ara Oghoorian, CFA, CFP^®, CPA 

Director of Mission Valley Bancorp & Bank
Mr. Oghoorian is the Founder & President of ACap Asset Management, Inc.

• John Parker

Director of Mission Valley Bancorp & Bank
Mr. Parker is the Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Parker Brown Inc.

• Eric Y. Sato, CPA

Director of Mission Valley Bancorp & Bank
Mr. Sato is a consultant to the Certified Public Accounting firm of Edwards, Sato & Yang CPA’s.

Senior Management

• Tamara Gurney

President
Chief Executive Officer

• Richard Christensen

Executive Vice President
Chief Banking Officer

• Anthony Chuan

Executive Vice President
Chief Financial Officer

• Brian Carlson

Executive Vice President
Managing Director SBA

• Michael Henry

Executive Vice President
Chief Credit Officer

• Diane Heyden

Senior Vice President
SBA Sales Manager

• Frank Abraham

Senior Vice President
Deputy Chief Credit Officer

• Heidi DeMattos

Senior Vice President
Manager of Accounts Receivable Lending

• Leigh Wren

Senior Vice President
Loan Operations Manager

• Maria Gonzalez

Senior Vice President
Central Operations Manager

• Paul Foster

Senior Vice President
SBA Credit & Operations Manager

• Tim Moore

Senior Vice President
Credit Administrator

• Tony Rodriguez

Senior Vice President
Head of Client Experiences

• Yolanda Ortiz

Senior Vice President
Compliance & Risk Manager

Administration Officers

• Anca Finger                                                                                                                                       
• Vice President
  Portfolio Manager
• Binu Tondon

Vice President
SBA Business Development

• Carrie Jenkins

Business Development Manager
Accounts Receivable Lending

• Christina Ahn

Vice President
SBA Portfolio Manager

• Dennis Byun

Vice President
SBA Business Development

• Jean Grall

Vice President
BSA / OFAC Officer

• John Beaubien

Vice President
SBA Business Development Officer

• Kathy Dunkin

Vice President
Marketing 

• Lorraine Julius

Business Development Manager
Accounts Receivable Lending

• Lucas Olson

Vice President
SBA Business Development

• Michael Carlson

Vice President
SBA Business Development

• Nancy Camacho

Vice President
Human Resources Manager

• Paul Yi

Assistant Vice President
Assistant SBA Portfolio Manager

• Paula Bahamon

Vice President
Community Development Manager

• Philip Demings

Vice President
SBA Business Development

• Robert Flores

Assistant Vice President
SBA Business Development Office

• Sandip Patel

Vice President
SBA Business Development

• Valerie Valencia

Assistant Vice President
Senior BSA Analyst

• Yulia Davydova

Assistant Vice President
Underwriter

Santa Clarita Valley (661) 753-5693

• Laura Soto

Vice President
Operations Manager

• Rachel Carrillo

Vice President
Relationship Manager

• Steve Nuñez

Vice President
Relationship Manager

SUN VALLEY OFFICE (818) 394-2300

• Alexandra Macias

Assistant Vice President
Branch Operations Manager

• Carlos Huerta

Vice President
Relationship Manager

• Griselda Cervantes

Senior Vice President
Relationship Manager Team Lead

• Simon Wong

Vice President
Relationship Manager