Meet our Board of Directors

Charles B. Mannon

Savings Bank Chairman of the Board

Mr. Mannon was elected to the Savings Bank Board of Directors on April 23, 1969 and named Chairman of the Board in 2010. He held the position of Savings Bank President from 1976 - 2011. Mr. Mannon also practiced law. His Great Grandfather, Judge J.M. Mannon was a Founder of Savings Bank and President from 1914 - 1926. His Grandfather, Charles M. Mannon served as Bank President from 1926 - 1957. Mr. Mannon’s extensive banking experience, legal background, and deep roots in the community make him ideally suited to lead Savings Bank as Chairman of the Board.

Stacy Starkey

Chief Executive Officer

Stacy began her career with Savings Bank in 1994, spending her first few years in the Investment Department before transferring to the Loan Department. Stacy grew up in Ukiah, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and attended one of the nation’s premier masters-level extension programs for senior officers in the banking industry.

Bob Neilson

President, Neilson Automotive and Truck, Inc.

A native of Lake County, Mr. Neilson has lived in Ukiah since 1962. He was elected to the Savings Bank Board of Directors in July 1985. Mr. Neilson has owned and operated Neilson Automotive and Truck of Ukiah since 1971. His experience as a business owner provides a valuable perspective on small business lending. He also provides great insight into the important automotive and trucking segments of the local economy.

Rod Vargas

Business Owner

Mr. Vargas, a U.S. Army Veteran, came to the Ukiah area in 1966. He was elected to the Savings Bank Board of Directors in December 1992. Mr. Vargas is a real estate investor and owns and operates a local parts store in Ukiah, Valley Auto Center, Inc. His entrepreneurial experience that includes small business ownership, real estate investment and real estate management enhances the Board’s expertise in these vital segments of the business community.

Ernest M. Wipf

President, Wipf Construction

Mr. Wipf, a life-long resident of Ukiah, was elected to the Savings Bank Board of Directors in 2004. Mr. Wipf owns and operates Wipf Construction. He has an encyclopedic knowledge of infrastructure and construction projects in the County. His depth and breadth of information on any real estate related matter is an irreplaceable resource for the Bank.

Paul R. Shimmin

Retired Banker

A Ukiah native, Mr. Shimmin came to work for Savings Bank in 1977 as a Commercial Loan Officer. He retired in 2004. He joined the Savings Bank Board of Directors in 2007. Three generations of Mr. Shimmin’s family have been associated with Savings Bank since 1927. Mr. Shimmin brings a wealth of knowledge in the areas of lending and community involvement to our Board of Directors.

David Weiss

Bella Vista Farming Company, LLC

A fourth generation farmer, Mr. Weiss moved to Lake County in 1993 to run a farming and ranching operation. He formed Bella Vista Farming Company, LLC in 2000. Mr. Weiss was elected to the Savings Bank Board of Directors in February 2013. He provides valuable Lake County representation on the Savings Bank Board. His expertise in management and development of agricultural property provides the bank with guidance in assessing agricultural markets and agricultural loans.

Bruce Burton

Willits Redwood Company, Inc.

A life-long resident of Willits, Mr. Burton founded what is now Willits Redwood Company, Inc. He was elected to the Savings Bank Board of Directors in July 2012. Mr. Burton is a recognized leader in the community. His strong leadership skills and business management experience, as well as his long history of service to the Willits community make him a superb ambassador for Savings Bank. Mr. Burton also brings valuable insight into the forestry and logging industries that are so very important to our County.

Zachary Schat

Owner, Schat’s Bakeries and Cafes

A fifth generation baker, Mr. Schat moved to Ukiah in 1991 to open Schat’s Courthouse Bakery. He was elected to the Savings Bank Board of Directors November 2014. As a local business owner he has overseen the growth from one location and two employees to three locations, forty-six employees and multiple wholesale accounts. He recognizes the importance of establishing and maintaining relationships built on trust and loyalty with staff, customers and community. His excellent business skills and personal experience enhance the Board’s expertise and make him an ideal ambassador for Savings Bank.

Rose Smith

Retired Chief Financial Officer, Retech Systems

Former Certified Public Accountant

Ms. Smith was raised in Lakeport and has lived near Willits since 1997. In 1987, she became a Certified Public Accountant practicing in both public accounting and insurance in the Bay Area and Sonoma County. In 2001 she joined Retech Systems in Ukiah and retired in 2017 as Chief Financial Officer. Her extensive experience in finance and her close connection to the community make Rose’s perspective a valuable addition to the Board.

Jennifer Bosma

Vice President, Cypress Holdings, Inc.

Ms. Bosma was elected to the Savings Bank Board of Directors in 2023. She is an experienced businessperson who leads one of the Mendocino Coast’s largest employers, which includes Harvest Market, Harvest at Mendosa’s, and Mendocino Hardware. Ms. Bosma is deeply committed to our coastal communities both as a businessperson and volunteer. Her commitment to the community is remarkable and aligns well with Savings Bank.