Yajaira Lopez

Yajaira Lopez is a seasoned banking executive with extensive experience in leadership roles at major financial institutions. Currently serving as a Member of Chief since January 2024, Yajaira is involved in advancing women's leadership. At Santander Bank, N.A., Yajaira holds multiple titles including Head of Branch Banking and Executive Vice President & Region President for the Tri-State area, alongside serving as Sr. Director of Sales Strategy & Implementation since October 2019. Additionally, Yajaira contributes to the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) as an Advisory Board Member since June 2021. Prior experience includes various senior positions at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from January 2008 to October 2019, including Executive Director and Market Director-Banking. Yajaira earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Montclair State University.