Eric Bruen

Eric Bruen is an experienced financial and community leader currently serving as CEO of Desert Valleys FCU since March 2004, where strategic initiatives led to significant growth from $11M to $65M in assets. Additionally, Eric has held the position of Mayor of Ridgecrest since November 2020, overseeing council meetings and representing the city. As Chairman of the Board for the Ridgecrest Chamber of Commerce from June 2006 to July 2015, Eric facilitated business development and helped establish RidgePAC, the community's first Political Action Committee. Eric's experience also includes serving on the Board of Directors for the California Credit Union League and holding various roles at Pacific Transportation FCU and Clearpath FCU, complemented by a solid educational background in business from institutions including California State University Channel Islands and Occidental College.