“We are delighted to welcome Vince to our team. His extensive lending experience and expertise, along with his shared passion for improving the financial well-being of our members, will add great value to our organization. I am confident that with his knowledge and experience, he will be a key contributor to our future success as we expand our reach,” said Viktoria Earle, CommonWealth’s President/CEO.
Salinas brings over 30 years of lending experience to his new position. Most recently, he served as Vice President, Home Loans for Patelco Credit Union. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in history from the University of California, Berkeley.
“I am excited for this unique opportunity to shape lending strategies that directly impact members’ lives. CommonWealth’s dedication to member’s financial well-being and its potential for growth aligns with my belief in empowering individuals through more affordable and accessible financial solutions,” says Salinas.
As CLO, Vince will serve as a strong steward of CommonWealth’s brand and take responsibility for all lending departments and performance. He will also serve as a key member of the leadership team, providing energy, creativity, and meaningful insights to help drive strategic business decisions and results.
“I was very impressed by the assistance provided by Leah and the team at DDJ Myers in securing this position. They were there for me every step of the way, answering my questions any time day or night. This engendered tremendous trust in their process and allowed me to make the best decision for myself and my family,” says Salinas.
About CommonWealth Central Credit Union
Back in 1958, ten individuals pooled together funds in the amount of $104 to form a credit union that would later become CommonWealth Central Credit Union. Serving communities in Santa Clara, San Benito, and Monterey Counties in California, CommonWealth has grown to nearly 40,000 members and over $600 million in assets. The Credit Union’s continued success is also reflected in its efforts to enhance their members’ financial well-being while also giving back and making a meaningful impact in their local communities. For more information, visit wealthcu.org.
About DDJ Myers, an ALM First Company
DDJ Myers specializes in leadership success through executive recruitment, strategic organization, and board development for financial institutions. In addition, they offer a broad range of online assessments to help companies optimize their greatest assets – their people. DDJ Myers joined forces with ALM First, a strategic partner for depositories, offering an array of financial advisory services, in 2022 to provide expanded educational opportunities and solutions to help clients optimize both people and financial performance. Learn more at www.ddjmyers.com or visit our parent company www.almfirst.com.
