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Guiding Our Mission with Leadership and Vision

Access Plus Capital’s Board of Directors is made up of community leaders, financial experts, business professionals, and advocates who share our commitment to equitable economic growth.

They provide strategic direction, fiscal oversight, and governance rooted in our values.

Board Members

Jose Sabala

Board Chair
Oak Valley Community Bank

Craig Howells

Board Vice Chair
Mission Bank

Debra Bradley

Board Secretary
Citizens Business Bank

Tom Vanderheiden

Board Treasurer
Beneficial State Bank

Donald Terry

Immediate Past Chair

Emmanuel Escamilla

Gartner

Regina Hill

PNC Bank

Pritika Ram

Community Action Partnership of Kern

Emogene Nelson

Fresno Metro Ministries/Better Blackstone

Dorothy Thomas

Community West Bank

Daniel Zack

Zack Urban Solutions

“Our role is to ensure Access Plus Capital remains bold, grounded, and mission-aligned. We believe in building systems that work for all entrepreneurs.”

— Donald Terry, Immediate Past Board Chair

Interested in Serving on Our Board?

Board members play a vital role in shaping the direction of Access Plus Capital and amplifying our mission across the Central Valley. We welcome individuals who are passionate about small business, economic justice, and community-driven solutions to express interest in joining our Board of Directors. 

We review nominations on a rolling basis and encourage candidates with diverse lived experiences, industry expertise, and a commitment to anti-racism and equity to apply.