ValleyStar Credit Union has announced Katy Elizondo-Eastridge as its vice president of commercial lending to develop and execute strategic plans for commercial lending that minimize risk and ensure that policies align with company objectives.

Katy began her career as a member service officer at ValleyStar six years ago. She was promoted to business development specialist in 2019, then to commercial lender in 2021. Katy played a critical role in the success of the commercial lending department, increasing the commercial portfolio to over $100 million and illustrating exemplary member service.

“Katy has had an exceptional career, and we’re confident that her expertise and dedication to our goals will help us accomplish our vision of being the best in service and convenience,” said Mike Warrell, ValleyStar CEO. “We know that we can count on her to ensure lending satisfaction to our members while prioritizing the wellbeing of her team members. She is a great asset to ValleyStar Credit Union.”

Katy is active in the community, serving as a member of the Danville After Hours Rotary and WeLead a women’s organization within the Danville Chamber of Commerce. When she’s not working, you can find her kayaking, going to concerts or at the local coffee shop with her son on Sunday mornings.