Theresa Rivas

Theresa Rivas serves as Vice President, Chief Executive Assistant at Beneficial State Bank, acting as a strategic partner to the CEO and a vital member of the executive leadership team. She leads the Executive Support Team, driving operational excellence and ensuring high-quality administrative support across the organization.

Theresa began her professional career as a small business owner, running a successful bookkeeping company for 12 years. Her first-hand experience supporting entrepreneurs and managing operations laid a strong foundation for her transition into the banking industry, where she has since built a career in community and regional banking grounded in service, strategic thinking, and operational excellence.

An advocate for professional excellence, Theresa holds the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) and Organizational Management (OM) designations through the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP), as well as certifications as a World Class Assistant and Microsoft Office Specialist. She leads with a commitment to service leadership, continuous learning, and mentoring the next generation of administrative professionals.

Outside of work, Theresa is passionate about audiobooks, continuous learning, strength training, adventure, camping, and exploring new experiences through documentaries and travel. Her personal commitment to growth, curiosity, and resilience aligns with Beneficial State Bank’s mission to build a more inclusive and equitable economy. She is based in Portland, Oregon.