Yakima Federal Savings and Loan Names Dan Gaulke President and CEO

Yakima Federal Savings and Loan Association has named Dan Gaulke as its new president and CEO, succeeding Leanne Antonio, who is retiring after a distinguished career.

During Antonio’s leadership, Yakima Federal’s assets grew to more than $2 billion, and its capital ratio reached 25.70%, among the highest in the nation. She oversaw a branch modernization effort, including a new Richland office, expanded the bank’s community involvement and reinvestment focus, and guided it through the global pandemic. Antonio was only the eighth CEO in the bank’s 120-year history and the first woman to hold the position. In 2024, she was appointed Chair of the Board of Directors and will continue in that role.

Gaulke, a lifelong Yakima resident and graduate of West Valley High School and Washington State University, joined Yakima Federal as a management trainee after college. He has served the bank for more than 34 years in roles including Loan Officer, Internal Audit Manager, Compliance Officer, and Chief Financial Officer.
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“I am proud to have been chosen to lead Yakima Federal into the future,” said Mr. Gaulke. “It is both a privilege and an honor to continue the mission of the bank, which allows our members to reach their financial goals and the benefit of home ownership. Yakima Federal will strive to be a great community partner and foster economic growth in all of the communities we serve.”