AmPac Business Capital Welcomes Thomas Galindo, CFA, as Chairman of the Board
ONTARIO, Calif. — September 3, 2025 — AmPac Business Capital is proud to announce that Thomas Galindo, CFA, has been named Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Galindo has spent more than three decades in banking and finance, building a career that spans some of the nation’s largest institutions and now leads to AmPac’s boardroom. Today, he serves as Executive Vice President and Regional President at Columbia Bank, formerly Pacific Premier Bank, where he manages commercial banking operations across the Inland Empire, San Gabriel Valley, Arizona, and Nevada. In this role, he oversees a portfolio of more than $2 billion in loans and $2 billion in deposits, serving more than 1,000 clients.
Beyond his work in banking, Galindo has devoted significant time to strengthening communities. He has shared his knowledge in the classroom as a faculty member at Cal State Los Angeles, Cal State San Bernardino, and the University of Phoenix. He also serves on nonprofit and advisory boards that connect education, business, and community development, including Neighborhood Partnership Housing Services, Cal State San Bernardino’s Business Alliance, and the Dean’s Advisory Board for UC Riverside’s School of Business.
His combination of professional expertise and community service has shaped Galindo’s leadership at AmPac, where he has been a dedicated board member and Loan Committee participant since 2016.
“I am honored to serve as Chairman of AmPac’s Board of Directors,” said Galindo. “AmPac has a powerful mission of helping entrepreneurs access the capital they need to start, grow, and thrive. I look forward to working alongside the board and leadership team to expand opportunities for small businesses and ensure our communities continue to prosper.”
Galindo succeeds Kirsten “Didi” Hakes, who faithfully served as Chair of AmPac’s Board for nearly ten years. Didi will continue to serve on the Board as she enjoys her retirement after more than 30 years in banking, including the latter part of her career as a Bank Executive for MUFG Union Bank before its merger with U.S. Bank. AmPac is deeply grateful for her leadership and lasting contributions, which have helped position the organization for continued growth and impact.
As Chairman, Galindo will guide the board in supporting AmPac’s role as the nation’s first faith-based Certified Development Company, advancing small business growth through SBA 504 loans and other programs across California, Arizona, and Nevada.