HAGÅTÑA — BankGuam Holding Company has appointed Soledad “Somia” T. Quan to the Boards of Directors of BankGuam Holding Company, Bank of Guam, and its affiliated subsidiaries, effective May 28, the company announced.
Quan brings more than 15 years of executive leadership experience across industries including automotive retail, fuel operations, financial services, construction oversight, and nonprofit governance. She currently serves as President of AFE Marianas, LLC and President of Joeten Motor Company, Inc., leading diversified operations spanning vehicle sales, leasing, rental services, parts distribution, and service operations.
Over the course of her career, Quan has built a record of strategic leadership, operational transformation, financial management, and organizational development, with experience overseeing multi-entity operations, negotiating complex operator agreements, strengthening financial controls, and advancing long-term growth initiatives, the company said.
A daughter of the Northern Mariana Islands, Quan holds a Global MBA from the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Shidler College of Business and a Bachelor of Science in Management with concentrations in finance and marketing from Boston College. Her studies also included time abroad in Rome, Italy.
Beyond her executive roles, Quan serves as Vice Chairperson and Board Member of the Mariana Islands Nature Alliance and holds leadership roles in several regional organizations.
Quan’s appointment follows the retirement of Board Secretary Roger P. Crouthamel. BankGuam Holding Company thanked Crouthamel for 28 years of service, crediting his leadership and commitment with helping guide the organization through many milestones.
“We are excited to welcome Somia to the BankGuam Familia,” said Joaquin P. LG. Cook, Vice-Chair of BankGuam Holding Company and President and CEO of Bank of Guam. “Her extensive leadership experience, sharp business acumen, operational expertise and deep commitment to our community make her an incredible asset. We also send our heartfelt appreciation to Roger for his service. Our company has without doubt benefited from his insights and countless contributions over the years and we wish him all the very best in his retirement journey ahead.”
