L. J. Blankenberger is the Associate Regional Director for Programs (ARDP) for the Region IV office in Austin, Texas. As ARDP, Larry is responsible for managing the examination and supervision programs for the region.

Blankenberger joined NCUA as an examiner in 1987. He has also served as a problem case officer, supervisory examiner, and director of supervision. Prior to joining NCUA he worked since 1979 in various credit union operational and management positions.

Blankenberger holds an accounting degree from Indiana State University. In January of 1988, he received the designation of the National Credit Union Institute as a Certified Union Executive (CCUE).