DUBLIN, Calif.--Patelco Credit Union has named Ricardo Araujo Chief Audit Executive.
Araujo’s vast hands-on knowledge of internal audits across various industries will bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to Patelco’s strategy. His strong leadership, coupled with his deep understanding of audit processes and regulatory readiness, will strengthen Patelco’s audit function.
Araujo has deep experience leading internal audit functions at financial institutions, most recently as chief auditor and chief enterprise risk officer at Fremont Bank. He previously spent more than 16 years with Ernst & Young, providing financial services advisory work across three countries and establishing a specialized Financial Crimes advisory team for the U.S. West Coast to assess and enhance client AML, fraud and cyber security programs while ensuring regulatory compliance.
“I’m joining Patelco at a pivotal time in the organization’s trajectory,” Araujo said. “Continuing the strong progress within the internal audit organization and with business groups throughout Patelco will bolster its risk management and security technology systems and protocols.”