Consumers Credit Union announced new additions to their teams, and Unitus Community Community Credit Union announced the promotion of a new vice president.
New Hires:
- Consumers Credit Union is bringing a new office to Jackson, Michigan, projected to open in spring 2027. The office, located at 704 South Brown Street, is a former bank location that is being renovated by Consumers. Colt Mack will lead the Jackson office as office manager. He brings nearly 10 years of credit union experience, including almost four years in management. A graduate of Leadership Jackson, a community leadership program, Mack is committed to serving and strengthening the Jackson community.
- Consumers Credit Union has welcomed Jill VanWyk as Investment Services regional vice president, along with Chris Townes and Mike DeVries as mortgage loan officers. The three bring experience in private banking, real estate and home lending.
- Honor Credit Union is proud to announce Cody Barkowski as its new Community Development Officer, serving its Decatur, Dowagiac, and Paw Paw communities. In his new role as Community Development Officer, Barkowski will work closely with local businesses and community members to understand their goals and connect them with the financial guidance and resources needed to support long-term success. With a strong focus on helping small businesses thrive, he will help owners identify opportunities and make confident decisions for the future. His work reflects Honor’s commitment to providing local, personalized service members can count on when they need it most.
- American Eagle Financial Credit Union (“American Eagle”) announced strategic leadership appointments to further the organization’s strategies to elevate member impact, drive sustainable growth, and advance innovative capabilities.
- Matthew Saunig joined American Eagle as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, a newly created role that will oversee the organization’s legal, compliance, and enterprise risk functions, as well as support strategic growth and innovation initiatives through strategic risk management. He brings more than 15 years of professional experience, including leadership roles in financial services and government; most recently, Matt served at the Connecticut Department of Banking. Saunig earned his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, and holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut.
- Dele Shell joined American Eagle as Senior Vice President, Chief People & Culture Officer. She will lead the organization’s talent strategy, team member engagement, leadership development, and culture initiatives. Shell brings more than 28 years of professional experience to this new role, including two decades in human resources leadership across manufacturing, non-profit, retail, and technology sectors. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Eastern Connecticut State University and an MBA from Lasell University.
Promotions:
- American Eagle Financial Credit Union (“American Eagle”) announced strategic leadership appointments to further the organization’s strategies to elevate member impact, drive sustainable growth, and advance innovative capabilities.
- In her new role as Senior Vice President, Retail Transformation, Ann Riley will lead process excellence across the organization as well as retail delivery and operational innovation in American Eagle’s branch network and contact center. Riley has an extensive career in banking and credit unions with a strong background in process improvement, operational quality, and efficiency. She is a Six Sigma Black Belt and holds both an MBA and a bachelor’s degree from California State University, San Bernardino.
- As Senior Vice President, Chief Digital & Operations Officer, Pamela Villanova will lead American Eagle’s efforts to enhance digital banking resources, strengthen operational performance, and make everyday banking more seamless and accessible for members. She brings extensive leadership experience in financial services and credit unions, with expertise in digital banking, payments, card services, and technology transformation. Villanova previously held leadership roles at Rockville Bank and holds a bachelor’s degree from the New England College of Business. She is also a graduate of the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking, the Wharton Leadership Program, and the Connecticut School of Banking.
- Unitus Community Credit Union is proud to announce it has promoted Heather Bianchini to Vice President of Digital Delivery, Member Experience Administration. Bianchini, CCUE-WCMS, will provide executive leadership for Unitus digital banking strategy and the continued enhancement of members’ digital experience.