Career Growth for Credit Union Professionals

Check out new hires, promotion, board appointments and awards

New Hires

• Ranelle Crosby has joined the team at Oregon State Credit Union as director of Real Estate Services. “We’re thrilled to welcome Ranelle back to the credit union,” said Senior Vice President of Financial Services Josh Whisenhunt. “She brings a diversity of job experience combined with a demonstrated commitment to credit union values. I’m excited to see what the future holds for our Real Estate Services department under her leadership.”

• United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Lacey Hulet to Mortgage Advisor in Reno. Hulet will serve Elko, Spring Creek and surrounding communities. Hulet will use her expertise to provide a quality real estate lending experience through financial counseling and product awareness to credit union members regarding their real estate financing needs and generate investment quality mortgage loans.

• United Federal Credit Union has appointed Ron Johnson the position of Branch Manager at its branch at Har-Ber Meadows branch at 6706 W. Sunset Ave. in Springdale, Arkansas. As Branch Manager, Johnson will be responsible for maintaining the performance of the branch, and providing leadership and supervision to staff.

• Allied Payment Network, Inc. announced today the addition of Jessica DeLisio as Vice President of Sales, Mid-South Region. "It is a thrill for me to add to our team someone with Jessica's enthusiasm and passion for our industry," said Allied Chief Revenue Officer Jeff Harper, to whom DeLisio reports. "With Jessica's addition, we are well positioned to continue our significant growth and to help our financial institution clients bolster their market positions with innovative solutions that meet consumer demand for real-time money movement."

• Bellwether Community Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Erika Sullivan to Assistant Vice President of Retail Operations. "Erika has been an incredible asset to our credit union for more than 15 years," said Vice President of Retail Sue Beaubien. "Bellwether is excited to have her elevating her contributions while continuing her collaboration with key staff members to deliver exceptional sales and service experiences for our members."

Promotions

• Greater Texas Credit Union has promoted Joseph Yanez to Branch Manager overseeing its San Marcos location. “Joseph’s leadership has been an integral part of the success of the San Marcos and Kyle branches these past few years,” said Lole Nuñez, Assistant Vice President, Market Development & Operations. “He has distinguished himself as a leader both within Greater Texas and in the community.”

• Mishel Kaufman has been promoted to chief administrative and risk officer for Redwood Credit Union. “Mishel has been an instrumental part of our success,” said Brett Martinez, President & CEO for RCU. “Elevating her to this new role was easily the best decision for our organization following Cynthia’s departure. We are more than confident in her ability to provide safety and stability, promote further growth, and foster a culture of excellence and service for our members.”

• BayPort Credit Union has added a new position to its executive team and is pleased to announce the promotion of Dan Elston to Vice President of Risk Management. In this role, Elston will oversee BayPort's risk management program and work to enhance the credit union's safety and security infrastructure. 

• To keep up with the continued growth of the organization, Horizon Credit Union is proud to announce the expansion of their senior management team and the promotion of three directors to vice president. Rhonda Brady, formerly director of enterprise applications and business intelligence, has been promoted to vice president of enterprise data, solutions and project management. Shanon Rieman, previously director of learning & organizational development, has been promoted to vice president of people strategy. Tami Lawrence, formerly director of accounting, has been promoted to vice president of accounting.

Appointments

• PSCU has announced the appointment of a new executive committee for its board of directors. The following continuing board members are now serving in executive roles: • Frank Weidner, president and CEO, Wings Financial Credit Union, Minnesota (Chair) • Cathie Tierney, president and CEO, Community First Credit Union, Wisconsin (Vice Chair) • Amy Sink, CEO, Interra Credit Union, Indiana (Treasurer) • Chris Shockley, president and CEO of Virginia Credit Union, Virginia (Secretary) • Sean Rathjen, CEO of Consumers Credit Union, Illinois (Past Chair)