Richard Rothwell

Mr. Rothwell joined the credit union’s Board of Directors in February 1991. He served as Board Chairman from January 2010 to February 2020.

In 1961, Mr. Rothwell graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering. He later earned a Master of Science in Management from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School. He is a distinguished graduate of the U.S. Naval War College.

During Mr. Rothwell’s 29 years of active duty, he held a variety of command and staff positions, including Commanding Officer of the 5th Marine Regiment. His service decorations include the Legion of Merit, three Bronze Stars, two Purple Hearts, and the Navy Commendation Medal. He retired from the Marine Corps in 1990 with the grade of colonel.

Following his military career, Mr. Rothwell served for 15 years in the legal departments of San Diego Gas & Electric Co. and Sempra Energy. He is also the President of the Camp Pendleton Historical Society, a former Commissioner of the City of Escondido Housing Advisory Committee, and a former member of the Escondido Friends of the Pioneer Room Board of Directors. He and his wife, Ann, live in Escondido where they have enjoyed volunteering in several civic activities.