Cathleen Gorham
About Cathleen Gorham
Cathleen Gorham serves as the Senior Vice President and Operations Administrator at First Northern Bank, where she has worked since 2017. She has extensive experience in banking operations, team management, and compliance, having held various leadership roles across multiple financial institutions.
Current Role at First Northern Bank
Cathleen Gorham serves as the Senior Vice President and Operations Administrator at First Northern Bank in Dixon, California. She has held this position since 2017, contributing to the bank's operational efficiency and strategic initiatives. In her role, she oversees various operational functions and ensures that the bank adheres to compliance standards while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Previous Experience in Banking
Prior to her current role, Cathleen Gorham held several significant positions in the banking sector. She worked as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Sonoma Valley Bank from 1992 to 2010. Following that, she was the Vice President and Branch Manager at Rabobank in Sonoma from 2010 to 2015. Her career also includes roles as a Loan Officer at BANC Home Loans and Caliber Home Loans, where she gained valuable experience in loan management.
Expertise in Bank Operations and Compliance
Cathleen Gorham possesses extensive expertise in bank operations, having managed five different divisions within a banking institution. Her skill set includes IT management, electronic banking, human resources, and vendor management. She has a strong track record in bank compliance, particularly in BSA, AML, deposit compliance, and risk management, ensuring that her teams meet regulatory requirements effectively.
Leadership and Team Management Skills
Cathleen Gorham has demonstrated the ability to mentor and manage large teams, fostering collaboration to achieve significant outcomes. Her leadership style emphasizes teamwork and communication, which has contributed to successful project implementations and the development of valuable relationships within the banking community.
Notable Projects and Initiatives
One of Cathleen Gorham's notable achievements includes successfully managing the launch of a DeNovo office at Rabobank. This initiative facilitated the creation of numerous valuable relationships, showcasing her capability in driving new business opportunities and enhancing the bank's presence in the community.