Alloya just hit its 15-year milestone, and to mark the occasion, they did something pretty cool at their annual Credit Union Leadership Symposium in Nashville this past September. They unveiled the Alloya Hall of Champions—think of it as the credit union movement’s way of saying “thank you” to the leaders who’ve actually moved the needle.
This isn’t just a participation trophy situation. The Hall of Champions recognizes people whose leadership and service haven’t just shaped Alloya, but advanced the entire corporate credit union movement. We’re talking about individuals who showed up with exceptional dedication and an almost legendary belief in what they call the “Power of Cooperation.” (That’s cooperation-with-a-capital-C level stuff.)
Why This Matters: A Quick History Lesson
Let’s rewind to 2011. The corporate credit union system was at a crossroads—one of those pivotal moments where things could’ve gone sideways fast. Instead, a group of credit union leaders rolled up their sleeves and helped recapitalize what would become Alloya. They didn’t just patch things together. They built something designed to actually serve the evolving needs of credit unions nationwide.
The inaugural Hall of Champions class? These are the folks who were there from day one. Every single inductee contributed to the initial charter formation and has served on Alloya’s Board or Supervisory Committee for all 15 years. That’s commitment.
What the CEO Had to Say
“The story of Alloya has always been a story of people united by a shared purpose,” said Todd Adams, Alloya’s CEO. “At a pivotal moment for the corporate credit union system, these leaders stepped forward with vision, courage and an unwavering belief in the Power of Cooperation. They invested their time, talent and leadership not to build an organization for themselves, but to create something that would strengthen credit unions and serve members for generations.”
Translation: These people saw the big picture when others might’ve been looking at the exits.
Meet Your Inaugural Hall of Champions
Here are the leaders who made the cut:
- Curt Cecala — President and CEO, TCT FCU (New York)
- Michael Daugherty — Retired CEO, Community Plus CU (Illinois)
- Leanne McGuinness — CFO, The Summit FCU (New York)
- John Fiore — Retired President and CEO, Motorola Employees CU, now Consumers Credit Union (Illinois)
- Floyd Rummel, III — Retired CEO, Northern Hills FCU (South Dakota)
- Amy Sink — CEO, Interra CU (Indiana)
- Dan Stoltz — President and CEO, Blaze CU (Minnesota)
- David Suvall — Retired President and CEO, Rhode Island CU (Rhode Island)
Building Without a Blueprint
Adams put it perfectly when he said this inaugural class “believed in Alloya before there was a proven roadmap for success.” They saw an opportunity to build something rooted in collaboration and cooperative strength—not just another corporate entity.
Because of their work, Alloya became a trusted partner to credit unions across the country. And that’s the real legacy here: not just what they built, but how it continues to inspire the next generation of cooperative leaders.
“Today’s recognition is not simply about honoring the past but about celebrating a legacy that continues to inspire,” Adams added. “As Alloya celebrates its first 15 years, we remain committed to carrying forward the same cooperative spirit that inspired these leaders to help build the organization from the ground up.”
Want to learn more about the Hall of Champions? Check out www.alloyacorp.org/hallofchampions.