Oak Valley Community Bank Welcomes Dan Greene as Vice President, Branch Manager of Tracy Branch
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Oak Valley Bancorp (NASDAQ: OVLY) announced that Oak Valley Community Bank hired Dan Greene as Vice President, Branch Manager of its Tracy branch at 1034 North Central Avenue, effective December 8, 2025. Greene will oversee branch operations, client relationships, and local business banking while succeeding long-time manager John Capri, who will retire in January.
Greene brings nearly 30 years of banking experience and deep local ties as a Tracy resident and community volunteer. Oak Valley Bancorp operates 19 branches across its Oak Valley and Eastern Sierra divisions.
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OVLY is nearly flat at -0.04% while peers show mixed modest moves (e.g., CFFI -2.05%, CHMG +0.85%, FUNC -0.39%, FVCB -0.46%, VABK 0.00%), indicating stock-specific trading rather than a clear sector trend.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 04 | Community grant award | Positive | +2.9% | $150,000 AHEAD grant approval for workforce development partnership. |
| Oct 22 | Quarterly earnings | Neutral | +1.3% | Q3 2025 results with higher net interest income and clean credit quality. |
| Oct 07 | Branch manager hire | Positive | -0.9% | Shannon Morfoot appointed VP, Branch Manager of East Sonora branch. |
| Oct 07 | Branch manager hire | Positive | -0.9% | Hardip Sheena appointed VP, Branch Manager of Modesto–McHenry branch. |
| Oct 02 | New branch opening | Positive | +0.1% | Opening of the 19th full-service branch in Downtown Lodi. |
Recent community and branch expansion announcements have produced small price reactions, with branch manager hires occasionally seeing mild negative divergence from generally positive operational news.
Over the last few months, Oak Valley Bancorp has focused on community engagement and steady growth. On Oct 2, 2025, it opened its 19th full-service branch in Lodi, followed by multiple branch manager appointments on Oct 7, 2025. Q3 2025 results on Oct 22 showed solid net interest income and clean credit, and a $150,000 AHEAD grant approval on Nov 4 highlighted its community commitment. Today’s Tracy branch leadership change fits this ongoing branch network and community-centric theme.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights a leadership transition at the Tracy branch, bringing in a vice president with nearly 30 years of banking experience and deep local ties of more than two decades. It fits a recent pattern of branch expansion and management appointments across Oak Valley’s 19-branch network. In evaluating this news, investors may focus on how consistent local leadership supports previously reported fundamentals such as Q3 net income of $6.693M and the ongoing emphasis on community banking relationships.
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OAKDALE, Calif., Dec. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oak Valley Community Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Oak Valley Bancorp (NASDAQ: OVLY), is pleased to welcome Dan Greene as Vice President, Branch Manager. Greene will oversee the bank’s Tracy branch at 1034 North Central Avenue, where he will guide operational strategy, nurture client relationships, and promote growth through a strong focus on service excellence. His responsibilities will also include supporting the financial needs of local business and residents while strengthening the bank’s community presence.
Greene steps into the role as he succeeds long-time Branch Manager John Capri, who will be retiring in January after a dedicated career with Oak Valley. As Greene transitions into the position, he brings nearly 30 years of banking experience to his new role, along with a deep connection to Tracy. As a resident for more than two decades, he and his wife are raising their three children in the community and remain actively involved in local organizations. He currently serves as Board President of Tracy Friends for Parks, Recreation, and Community Services, and has previously contributed his time to the Tracy Chamber of Commerce and Tracy Little League. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and exploring the outdoors through activities such as golf, hiking, camping, and fishing.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Dan to the Oak Valley team,” said Julie DeHart, Executive Vice President, Retail Banking Group. “His deep roots in the community, combined with his experience and passion for helping others, make him an excellent fit. We look forward to seeing the fresh ideas he’ll bring to our team.”
Oak Valley Bancorp operates Oak Valley Community Bank & their Eastern Sierra Community Bank division, through which it offers a variety of loan and deposit products to individuals and small businesses. They currently operate through 19 conveniently located branches: Oakdale, Turlock, Stockton, Patterson, Ripon, Escalon, Manteca, Tracy, Sacramento, Roseville, Lodi, two branches in Sonora, three branches in Modesto, and three branches in the Eastern Sierra division which includes Bridgeport, Mammoth Lakes, and Bishop.
For more information, call 1-866-844-7500 or visit www.ovcb.com.
| Contact: | Chris Courtney/Rick McCarty | |
| Phone: | (209) 848-BANK (2265) | |
| (866) 844-7500 | ||
| www.ovcb.com | ||