Melissa De Guzman
About Melissa De Guzman
Melissa De Guzman serves as the Senior Vice President and Director of Audit at TowneBank, bringing extensive experience in internal auditing and accounting. She holds a Master of Science in Accounting and has worked in various roles within TowneBank since 2002.
Current Role at TowneBank
Melissa De Guzman serves as the Senior Vice President and Director of Audit at TowneBank. She has held this position since 2021. In her role, she oversees the internal audit functions, ensuring compliance and risk management within the organization. Her extensive experience in auditing contributes to the effectiveness of the bank's internal controls and financial integrity.
Previous Positions at TowneBank
Before her current role, Melissa De Guzman held several positions at TowneBank. She served as the Senior Vice President and Internal Audit Manager from 2017 to 2021. Prior to that, she was the Vice President and Internal Auditor from 2007 to 2016, and the Vice President and Internal Audit Supervisor for a brief period in 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she worked as an Assistant Vice President and Senior Financial Analyst from 2002 to 2007.
Education and Qualifications
Melissa De Guzman earned her Master of Science in Accounting from Old Dominion University, completing her studies from 1999 to 2001. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the same institution, which she completed from 1995 to 1999. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in audit and financial analysis.
Early Career Experience
Melissa De Guzman's early career includes various roles in auditing and finance. She worked as an Internal Audit Intern at Virginia Beach City Public Schools from 2000 to 2001. Following this, she was employed as an Internal Auditor for the City of Virginia Beach from 2001 to 2002. In 2001, she also served as a Staff Accountant at Virginia Beach City Public Schools for 11 months.