Chartway Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Russ Cronin to Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Since joining the organization as senior vice president of financial strategy & accounting earlier this year, Russ has consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership, strategic vision, and deep financial expertise.
“In the short time Russ has been with Chartway, his financial acumen and strategic thinking have been instrumental in supporting Chartway’s growth,” said Brian Schools, president & CEO of Chartway. “His leadership makes him the right person to serve as our CFO as we continue to deliver value and purpose to our members and communities.”
With more than two decades of experience in both credit unions and commercial banking, Cronin brings a thoughtful and disciplined approach to aligning financial operations with long-term goals. In his new role, he will lead Chartway’s finance and accounting teams, with a focus on driving financial strength, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth.
Prior to Chartway, Cronin held leadership roles at notable institutions including State Street Bank, National City Bank (now PNC), Capital One, and Crestar (now Truist). Immediately before joining Chartway, he served as the CEO of Adirondack Regional Federal Credit Union, where he helped launch small business lending initiatives, doubled assets, and significantly grew net income—enhancing the credit union’s impact across its communities.
A graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Cronin remains committed to advancing strategic financial practices that deliver lasting member value.