Vanessa Hurtado
About Vanessa Hurtado
Vanessa Hurtado serves as an Indirect Buyer I at Patelco Credit Union, where she has worked since 2020. She has a diverse background in communication and finance, with experience in credit underwriting and cash flow analysis.
Work at Patelco Credit Union
Vanessa Hurtado has been employed at Patelco Credit Union since 2020, currently holding the position of Indirect Buyer I. In this role, she is responsible for evaluating loan applications and ensuring compliance with credit underwriting criteria. Prior to her current position, she served as a Consumer Lending Senior Funder at Patelco from 2016 to 2020, where she focused on the accuracy of financial information to support sound lending decisions.
Education and Expertise
Vanessa Hurtado has a solid educational background in communication and media studies. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree from California State University Stanislaus from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she obtained an Associate’s Degree in Organizational Communication from the University of Maryland University College between 2006 and 2009. Her studies have equipped her with effective communication skills, which she applies in her current role, particularly in credit underwriting and cash flow analysis.
Background
Vanessa Hurtado began her career in broadcasting in Germany, where she developed foundational communication skills. She worked as a News Producer for the Armed Forces Radio Network from 2006 to 2009. After returning to the United States, she held various positions, including Sales Consultant at Razzari Auto Centers and Delivery Driver/Customer Service Representative at O'Reilly Auto Parts, before transitioning to the financial sector.
Professional Experience
Vanessa Hurtado has accumulated diverse professional experience in both the automotive and financial industries. Before her tenure at Patelco Credit Union, she worked as a Sales Consultant at Razzari Auto Centers from 2012 to 2015 and as a Delivery Driver/Customer Service Representative at O'Reilly Auto Parts from 2010 to 2012. This varied background has contributed to her strong results-oriented approach in her current role.