Kathy Gonzales

Kathy Gonzales is an accomplished banking executive with extensive experience in various leadership roles across multiple financial institutions. Currently serving as SVP and Commercial Banking Team Lead at Endeavor Bank since September 2024, Kathy focuses on consultative banking to support business growth. Prior to this position, Kathy held the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer at LegacyBank-CA from March 2022 to September 2024, emphasizing tailored banking solutions. Previous roles include Division Administrative Senior Manager at Bank of the West, EVP and Chief Banking Officer at LegacyBank-CA, SVP and Director of Branch Banking at Bank of Southern California, and Executive Vice President at Plaza Bank. Kathy's career also encompasses vital positions at Farmers & Merchants Bank of Long Beach and Provident Savings Bank. Educationally, Kathy holds a Masters Certification in Bank Finance from Pacific Coast Banking School, earned between August 2000 and September 2005.