Events

Financial Workshop Partnered with Chinese Community Center –

May 22, 2026

Golden Bank partnered with the Chinese Community Center to host an educational workshop focused on identity theft prevention, credit reporting, and understanding credit scores. The session provided seniors with practical guidance on how to safeguard their personal and financial information, recognize common fraud schemes, and respond promptly to suspicious activity.

The program encouraged interactive participation, allowing attendees to ask questions and receive personalized tips. Overall, the workshop aimed to empower seniors with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate today’s financial landscape more securely, enhance their digital literacy, and reduce their risk of identity theft and fraud.

Special thanks to Yolanda Villatoro, FVP/Deposit & Digital Operations Manager; Yves Fung, FVP/Loan Review Officer; and Terry Hou, FVP/Community Relations Officer served as speakers at the workshop. Lakisha Penny, Compliance Analyst, assisted with and helped support the event.

Business Summits Partnered with Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce of North America – June 14,2025

Golden Bank was invited by the Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce of North America (TCCNA) to participate in the 37th term annual Board of Directors Conference that was held from June 12 to 14, 2025 at the Westin Galleria Dallas. During the conference, Golden Bank team introduced the Golden Bank current branch network, the services offered including SBA loans, lending and deposit products. Golden Bank’s participation in the conference to support small business enterprises to learn more about financial services which can help them to better plan business growth.

The TCCNA was established in 1988 as a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit organization. Its membership is composed of Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce located in major metropolitan areas in North America (NAM). Since its inception, the TCCNA has developed into a very strong multi-national business Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce worldwide. Presently the TCCNA embodies thirty-six local chambers that are in coalition with more than 4,000 Taiwanese business members in North America. These businesses have provided more than 50,000 jobs in their local communities, which constitute a significant work force in the Northern America region.

Special thanks to Catherine Yang, FVP/Relationship Manager, Bill Chem, SVP/Lending Officer, Naveed Chagani, Loan Underwriting Officer and Bakhtawai Qureshi, Commercial & SBA Loan Processor for participating the conference, and to Chairman Kenneth Wu for supporting the event.

Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce of North America

Financial Literacy Class at H.S. Thompson Elementary School – May 8, 2025

Golden Bank, N.A. (GBNA) was invited by HS Thompson Elementary School to provide 2 financial literacy classes to over 80 of 5th grade students on May 8, 2025.

The classes introduced the services banks provide, the reasoning behind putting money in the bank, and the benefits of having a savings account. We touched on the role banks play when the students have jobs and how deposits are processed and how cash is withdrawn. We also discussed how growth in technology (mobile deposits, banking apps, and merchant service systems) will continue to simplify the process once they are adults. We discussed interests and late fees in regard to how banks make money and the benefits of taking out a loan. Ended each class with a Q&A section where the students showed interests in the day to day of the operations side and additional questions about investments (CDs, bitcoins, etc.).

Special thanks to GBNA officers Catherine Yang, FVP/ Relations Manager, Terry Hou, FVP/Community Relations Officer, Amir Virani, Commercial Loan Processing, Melvin Lai, Customer Services and Lakisha Penny, Compliance Analyst for investing their time and efforts to students.

Golden Bank Participated in 2025 Bonnie Fang Foundation “Nurses Rock 5K – 10K Run/Walk Challenge” – May 03, 2025

Golden Bank proudly participated in the Annual “Nurses Rock 5K – 10K Challenge” organized by the Bonnie Fang Foundation on May 03, 2025 in San Dimas, California held at Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park, serves as a tribute to nurses and supports the foundation’s mission to provide scholarships to nursing students.

The Bonnie Fang Foundation, established in 2002, is a non-profit organization that has been instrumental in supporting nursing students through scholarships, aiming to alleviate the nursing shortage and honor the legacy of founder Bonnie Fang. The mission of the organization is to develop compassionate healthcare professionals who contribute their skills and leadership towards strengthening community health, ultimately improving the well-being of individuals and society.

The annual Nurses Rock 5K – 10K Run/Walk Challenge is a post-pandemic event that unites communities to honor nurses and support aspiring nursing professionals. Sponsors and attendees at the event share a sense of friendship and community while giving back to one another through knowledge sharing and bonding activities. Golden Bank Southern California team engaged with the community, offering information on SBA loans, Mortgage loans and other banking services to small business owners and prospective clients. The bank’s involvement underscores its commitment to supporting both the nursing professionals and the broader community.

Special thanks to Warren Chiang, SVP/Commercial Lending Manager, Li Liou / FVP Regional Branch Manager, Angela Kim, FVP/Tustin Branch Manager, Susana Cheng / VP Branch Operations Manager, Ellen Tanuwijaya, AVP/Rowland Heights Branch Manager and all team members for participating the event.

Financial Literacy Program Conducted at Petrosky Elementary School – February 18, 2025

Golden Bank was pleased to be invited by Petrosky Elementary School to conduct two financial literacy programs for about 40 third and fourth grade students. The program covered essential financial concepts, including the functions of a bank, the range of services the bank provides, and practical skills such as writing checks and completing credit applications.

Students also participated in group activities. The first activity focused on borrowing money from the bank, offering a simplified introduction to adult financial decisions and preparing them to manage money effectively in the future. The second activity centered around creating a budget plan, helping students distinguish between essential expenses (needs) and non-essential ones (wants). This activity taught them how to make informed decisions about resource allocation and underscored the importance of managing money effectively, given limited resources. Through this lesson, students learned to prioritize personal financial goals and planning.

Additionally, Golden Bank reinforced the lesson of saving for the future by presenting each student with a red envelope containing lucky money. This thoughtful gesture introduced the children to the concept of saving money for future use, encouraging them to manage their resources wisely rather than spending them immediately.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Eva Lee, FVP/Controller; Marcela Yuen, VP Loan Underwriting Officer, Michael Ruiz, Senior BSA Specialist; Lakisha Penny, Compliance Analyst; and Terry Hou, FVP/Community Relations Officer; for generously contributing their time and expertise to this valuable program, which has played an instrumental role in fostering financial literacy among our youth.

GBNA participated in the Chinese New Year Celebration at Petrosky Elementary School on February 7th, 2025

Petrosky Elementary School invited Golden Bank, N.A. (GBNA) to participate in the Chinese New Year Celebration on February 7, 2025, in support of and to celebrate the school’s Mandarin Immersion Program. Established in 2018, the program provides daily instruction in both English and Chinese for students in grades 1 through 4. The program aims to inspire and motivate students to embrace multiple cultures and become successful, active contributors to their community. During the celebration, students showcased their talents, which included Chinese songs and dances, reading, and martial arts. Special thanks to Derrick Nguyen, SVP/Corporate Risk Officer, Terry Hou, FVP/Community Relations Officer, and Lakisha Penny, Compliance Analyst for participating and supporting the event.

Golden Bank, N.A. Hosts Petrosky Elementary School Field Trip – January 29, 2025

Golden Bank, N.A. (GBNA) had the pleasure of hosting students from Petrosky Elementary School for a Lunar New Year celebration at the Golden Bank Bellaire Branch on January 29, 2025. This event provided a wonderful opportunity for students to experience a blend of cultural celebration and financial education.

Launched in 2018, Petrosky Elementary School’s Mandarin Immersion Program serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through 4th Grade, offering daily lessons in both English and Chinese. The program is designed to foster cultural understanding and inspire students to become successful, contributing members of their community.

During the field trip, Terry Hou, FVP/Community Relations Officer, welcomed the students, while Grace Lin, EVP/Head of Houston Lending; Derrick Nguyen, SVP/Corporate Risk Officer and Gregory Neail, FVP/Branch Operations Administrator, introduced them to the fundamentals of banking. They covered essential topics such as the process of opening a bank account, making deposits, the importance of safety deposit boxes, the concept of lending, and the role of the risk department within the bank. Additionally, the students were given a guided tour of the bank, which included visits to the lobby, teller line, new account opening desks, and vault.

After an exciting Lion and Dragon Dance performance, the students sang a Chinese song and charmed the audience with their dance, continuing the excitement of the event. Exploring a real bank and celebrating Chinese New Year in a way that perfectly complemented their Mandarin Immersion Program brought great joy to the students. The event was a tremendous success, filled with excitement, learning, and fun.

A special thank you to Grace Lin, Derrick Nguyen, Gregory Neail, Vicky Wang, Lakisha Penny and Terry Hou for their participation and support in making this event a memorable experience for all involved.

Financial Literacy Program Conducted at Chancellor Elementary School – January 15 & 16, 2025

Golden Bank was pleased to be invited by Chancellor Elementary School to conduct two financial literacy programs for a total over 100 second-grade students.

The program covered essential financial concepts, including the functions of a bank, the range of services it provides, and practical skills such as writing checks and completing deposit slips. Students also participated in a group activity focused on producers and consumers, which helped them grasp fundamental economic concepts and understand how goods and services are exchanged in society. To emphasize the importance of saving, Golden Bank presented each student with a red envelope containing lucky money, reinforcing the lesson of saving for the future. This initiative also complemented the students’ math lessons, enabling them to apply their mathematical skills in a real-world context while developing crucial financial literacy.

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Jeanette Wang, Harwin Branch Manager; Justin Le, Senior Lending Assistant; Lakisha Penny, Compliance Analyst; and Terry Hou, FVP/Community Relations Officer, for generously contributing their time and expertise to this valuable program, fostering financial literacy among our youth.