Business View Magazine | Volume 9, Issue 2

81 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 9, ISSUE 2 CENTINEL BANK OF TAOS Community Focused, Relationship Driven S ince its founding in 1969, Centinel Bank has been committed to building relationships and serving the communities of Taos, New Mexico. It all began when Attorney Eliu E. Romero was denied a loan at another institution. He set out to provide a banking service that was accessible to the needs of the community, without discrimination. Eventually, his son, Martin Romero joined the team, becoming President and CEO in 1983. In 1999, Martin’s daughter, Rebeca, was appointed President and CEO – becoming the youngest bank president in the U.S. Today, Centinel Bank continues to build on this three-generation legacy, with current