TAMPA--GTE Financial has promoted Saidy Barredo to Assistant Vice President of Business Banking Operations and Title, Chris Grunsten to Assistant Vice President of Fraud Operations and Risk Analytics, and has hired Jamie Miranda as Vice President of Administration.
With nearly ten years of experience in the financial industry, Barredo joined GTE Financial in 2020 as a Business Banking Processor and Closer, quickly working her way up to Manager of Business Banking Operations. As the new Assistant Vice President of Business Operations and Title, she will be overseeing the title department while continuing to oversee business banking operations.
"Saidy has been with the organization for the better part of four years and has been the chief architect on the fulfillment side of the business group," comments Manny Aguilar, Senior Vice President of Commercial and Advisory Services. "She has accepted every challenge and project with full vigor and produced results that have moved the organization forward."
Similarly, Chris Grunsten brings nearly six years of experience to the credit union and over 15 years in the industry. He has demonstrated leadership in establishing and developing the card fraud team from its inception, with a keen focus on enhancing the member experience while effectively managing risk. Under his leadership, the card fraud team successfully recovered over $2 million in fraudulent transactions last year alone. In his new role, Grunsten will lead efforts to centralize fraud operations, driving efficiencies and further enhancing member experiences.
“Chris has spearheaded initiatives such as deploying claim centers for members and employees, enrolling members in premium fraud alerts, and implementing solutions to combat emerging fraud schemes like account takeover and peer-to-peer payments,” comments Chad Burney, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at GTE Financial. “His expertise and dedication will continue to be instrumental in safeguarding our members' financial security amidst evolving challenges.”
Additionally, new hire Jamie Miranda joins the credit union as Vice President of Administration. With extensive experience in creating and implementing visionary strategies, increasing profitability, and driving change on a global scale, Miranda will be responsible for leading GTE's vision and management of Facilities and Facilities Project Management, Corporate Real Estate, Purchasing and Contracting, Mailroom functions, as well as REOs, and more.
“We are pleased to welcome Jaime to the GTE Family as our new VP of Administration,” comments Jennifer Maxfield, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing and Impact Officer. “Jaime comes to us with over 20 years’ experience in Facilities Management and Real Estate Strategy and is both a visionary and a hands-on leader that is excited to join a close-knit team focused on service.”