SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pan Pacific Bank (OTCBB:PPFC) today announced that Jonathan Padilla, a Bay Area native and manager of public policy and community engagement at San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce, has joined its board of directors.
Prior to joining the chamber, Padilla served as policy and finance director on Sam Liccardo’s successful campaign for mayor of San Jose. Padilla has also held roles in Washington, D.C., as an intern for the White House Office of Communications and as an intern for Rep. Mike Honda. In addition to his experience in government, Padilla has also worked as a special education teacher for Teach for America, an intern at Google and a research assistant at Harvard Kennedy School.
“Jonathan is the youngest board member at any Bay Area bank, and we’re thrilled to add his energy and San Jose business expertise to our already diverse board,” said Pan Pacific Bank CEO Wayne Doiguchi. “Even though he is early in his career by many standards, Jonathan has worked tirelessly to positively impact public policy here in San Jose and already has an impressive background. We look forward to his contribution as we continue to grow the bank, particularly in the South Bay.”
“I look forward to the work ahead with Pan Pacific Bank, an organization that understands its purpose as a community-focused institution that can leverage its relationships to positively impact the greater community. It really is thrilling to engage with such a dynamic and thoughtful group in an effort to reimagine what can be done here in Silicon Valley,” said Mr. Padilla.
Padilla holds a Bachelor of Arts in government from Harvard University and graduated from Bellarmine College Preparatory He was honored with the National Leadership Award from the Hispanic Heritage Foundation and is a board member of the Silicon Valley Urban Debate League, where he coaches public speaking and debate in East San Jose. He resides in his hometown of San Jose, California.
About Pan Pacific Bank
Founded in 2005 with locations in downtown San Jose and Fremont, Pan Pacific Bank is a Bay Area business bank serving small and mid-sized businesses across the region. We provide an unparalleled banking experience delivered by a knowledgeable, accomplished executive team with deep local roots and extensive banking experience. We help our clients expertly navigate changing financial landscapes and market conditions.
Pan Pacific Bank is also an approved SBA/USDA lender. For more information, please visit: www.panpacificbank.com.
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