Wells Fargo & Co. (NYSE:WFC) has hired Darlene Goins as president of the Wells Fargo Foundation and head of the San Francisco-based bank’s philanthropy and community impact endeavors.
In her new roles, Goins will be responsible for the company’s philanthropic strategy in housing access and affordability, financial health, small business growth and sustainability. She will report to Vice Cchairman of Public Affairs Bill Daley.
Previously, Goins served as head of diverse customer segments within Wells Fargo’s Consumer, Small & Business Banking division. In an earlier role, Goins served as head of Financial Health Philanthropy for the Wells Fargo Foundation, responsible for helping underserved communities by reducing debt, driving savings and advancing wealth-building. She also spent several years in leadership roles at FICO, a leading data and analytics company.
“Darlene brings a deep understanding of consumers and communities to this leadership position, which will help us take our philanthropic investments to the next level,” said Daley. “With her banking expertise and track record in creating community impact, we aim to open pathways to economic advancement and strengthen historically marginalized communities.”