Daria Walls Torres

Daria Torres is an accomplished business leader and strategist who serves as an Independent Director on the board of Columbia Bank New Jersey and its parent company Columbia Financial (NASDAQ: CLBK).12 Here's an overview of her background and roles:

Professional Experience

Daria Torres is the founder and Managing Partner of Walls Torres Group, LLC, a strategic consulting firm she established in 2004.12 With over 20 years of experience as a strategy consultant, she has advised CEOs, boards, and executive teams across various industries.3

Board Positions

Columbia Bank and Columbia Financial:

• Serves on the board of directors14
• Member of the Audit, Risk, Nominations & Governance, and Technology committees1
• Appointed to the boards effective July 27, 20214
• Also serves on the Audit Committee of both the company and the bank5

Other Roles and Achievements

• Academic Involvement: Lectures at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and has taught at Rutgers University School of Business and Drexel University1
• Board Leadership: Chair of Giving Cycle, an experiential youth philanthropy program1
• Advisory Roles: Has advised companies like Red Fox Coffee Merchants and Roshni Rides1
• Education:
  • BS in Systems Engineering and Economics from the University of Virginia
  • Master's in Systems Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania
  • MBA from The Wharton School1

Recent Activities

In 2023, Torres celebrated Columbia Bank New Jersey receiving an award for its important work.6 In July 2024, she expressed pride in Columbia Bank establishing roots in Camden, a city she holds dear.7

Daria Torres brings a wealth of experience in strategy, leadership, and governance to her role at Columbia Bank, contributing to the bank's growth and community involvement.