Yakima Federal Savings and Loan Announces Tri-Cities Leadership Promotions

Yakima Federal Savings and Loan today announced the promotions of three key team members to leadership positions within its Tri-Cities branch network. Tony Mayorga, Levi Hughes, and Katie Tripp have elevated into new management roles, reflecting their dedication to the association and the local communities they serve.

"These well-deserved advancements reflect the hard work, extensive knowledge, and deep dedication of our staff," said Dan Gaulke President and CEO of Yakima Federal. "We are proud to see our team members grow within the organization and take on vital leadership roles that support our customers throughout the region."

Tony Mayorga has been promoted to Assistant Secretary and Branch Manager of the Pasco office. Mayorga joined Yakima Federal in October 2020 as a management trainee. He transitioned to the Pasco office in February 2024 and most recently served as Branch Supervisor since September 2025.

Levi Hughes has been named Assistant Secretary and Branch Manager of the Gage office in Kennewick. Hughes began his career with Yakima Federal as a branch banker in July 2021, advancing to Management Trainee in July 2023. Like Mayorga, he was promoted to Branch Supervisor in September 2025 before stepping into his current managerial role.

Katie Tripp has been promoted to Assistant Branch Manager of the Richland office. A longtime member of the Yakima Federal team, Tripp joined the association in September 2016. She brings years of specialized operations experience to her new position, having served as Savings Supervisor at the Richland location since June 2019.
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Yakima Federal invites the community to join in congratulating Mayorga, Hughes, and Tripp on their new appointments and wishing them continued success as they lead their respective branches.