Redwood Credit Union’s Eric Maldonado Honored as Latino of the Year by the Hispanic Chambers of Commerce of San Francisco

San Francisco, CA – Redwood Credit Union (RCU) is proud to announce that Business Development Manager Eric Maldonado has been named as Latino of the Year by the Board of Directors of the Hispanic Chambers of Commerce of San Francisco (HCCSF). Small businesses are a key component of San Francisco’s culture and vibrancy. Board members recognize Maldonado’s leadership and guidance to multiple organizations, which highlights the diversity of the city’s small business community and supports the economic growth of San Francisco and the Bay Area.

Maldonado is an experienced community advocate skilled in nonprofit organization, business planning, analytical skills, coaching, and sales. Board members laud him for using these abilities to make impactful contributions to the Latino community in San Francisco and beyond.

"Eric is a person who maintains, creates and demonstrates a culture of inclusivity, equity and support," says Carlos Solórzano-Cuadra, CEO of the HCCSF. "He invests in the development of small business by keeping the Latino culture, flavor and identity present in his work at Redwood Credit Union, and in his personal life."

"I am truly honored to receive this recognition from the Hispanic Chambers of Commerce of San Francisco and City Assessor Joaquin Torres," said Maldonado. "This achievement was not accomplished alone; it reflects the power of collaboration and trust-building with our businesses, partners, and government officials. Together, we can find effective ways to support our community."

The Latino of the Year Award was presented to Maldonado during a Hispanic Heritage Month Networking event at Mayah Restaurant in San Francisco on September 17th.

About Redwood Credit Union

Founded in 1950, Redwood Credit Union is a full-service financial institution providing personal and business banking to consumers and businesses in the North Bay and San Francisco. With a mission to passionately serve the best interests of its Members, team members, and communities, RCU delivers many ways for its Members to save and build money through checking and savings accounts, auto and home loans, credit cards, digital banking, business services, commercial and SBA lending, and more. Wealth management and investment services are available through CUSO Financial Services L.P., and insurance and auto-purchasing services are also offered through RCU Services Group (RCU’s wholly owned subsidiary). RCU has more than $8 billion in assets and serves more than 465,000 members with full-service branches from San Francisco to Ukiah. For more information, call 1 (800) 479-7928, visit redwoodcu.org, or follow RCU on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn for news and updates.