Mark Stephen Chavez
About Mark Stephen Chavez
Mark Stephen Chavez is a Community Relations Specialist III at City National Bank, where he manages the 'Reading is The Way Up®' program and oversees various initiatives. He holds a Bachelor of Science from California State University-Northridge and an MBA from Mount Saint Mary's University.
Work at City National Bank
Mark Stephen Chavez has been employed at City National Bank since 2015, where he currently holds the position of Community Relations Specialist III. In this role, he manages the 'Reading is The Way Up®' program, which includes overseeing initiatives such as the Teacher Grant and Back to School Drive. Prior to his current position, he served as a Product Administrator at the same bank from 2013 to 2015. His responsibilities include ensuring IT compliance and enhancing data analysis through tools like Tableau.
Education and Expertise
Mark Stephen Chavez has a solid educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from California State University-Northridge, where he studied from 2007 to 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Mount Saint Mary's University, completing his studies from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, he attended Santa Monica College from 2009 to 2010. His academic experiences have equipped him with knowledge relevant to community relations and data management.
Achievements in Community Engagement
Chavez has demonstrated effective leadership in community engagement initiatives at City National Bank. He achieved an average participation rate of 85% in the Workplace Giving Campaign through strategic colleague engagement. His role involves collaborating with the California Community Foundation and grantees to coordinate donor advised fund activities, showcasing his commitment to enhancing community relations and charitable contributions.
Data Management and Compliance
In his current role, Mark Stephen Chavez ensures IT compliance by verifying that all vendor systems adhere to current IT risk standards, policies, and procedures. He has implemented new processes and system improvements that have increased efficiencies in database management and reporting of charitable contributions. His expertise in utilizing Tableau for data visualization supports enhanced data analysis across grant, volunteer, and employee giving programs.