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EAST
The $2.4 billion, Suitland, Md.-based Andrews Federal Credit Union announced three board appointments.
James C. Corbett was elected to the board as a director and will serve a three-year term. He was an existing board member. Corbett is a retired director of the Office of Administration at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Eugene Dacus was elected to the board as a director and will serve a three-year term. He was an existing board member and serves as treasurer. Dacus is a retired Air Force Colonel and is director of congressional affairs for the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Sharon Dunbar was elected to the board as a director and will serve a three-year term. She was an existing board member and serves as secretary. Dunbar is a retired Air Force Major General, Commander of the Air Force District of Washington and Commander of the 320th Air Expeditionary Wing. She is also vice president of Cross Company Business Initiatives.
The $464 million, Rochester, N.H.-based Holy Rosary Credit Union (HRCU) promoted Brian Therrien to EVP. He will also continue in his current role as CFO. In his expanded role, Therrien will manage the information technology department, in addition to his continued oversight of accounting, special accounts, facilities and human resources. He will also continue to work closely with the Board and CEO on strategic planning and organizational growth. Therrien holds an MBA from Southern New Hampshire University and the Certified Credit Union Executive designation through America’s Credit Unions.
MIDWEST
The $5.4 billion, Eau Claire, Wis.-based Royal Credit Union hired Jason Riess as a mortgage loan officer in St. Paul, Minn. In his new role, Riess will originate loans, conduct pre-qualification interviews and support members through the mortgage process with expert advice and personalized solutions. Riess has been in the mortgage industry for over 15 years. In addition to his mortgage expertise, he has also held licenses in both real estate and insurance, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the entire homebuying process.
The $531 million, Fort Wayne, Ind.-based Partners 1st Federal Credit Union promoted Kelly Johns to the newly-created position of chief experience officer. Johns has over two decades of experience and has worked multiple positions at Partners 1st, varying from member-facing roles to focusing on employee engagement. After her start as a loan clerk and receptionist in member services, Johns moved to the HR department and advanced quickly, serving in roles including vice president of HR/training and development. Johns served on the Northeast Indiana Human Resources Association board, was a Fort Wayne 40 under 40 nominee in 2015 and earned a Golden Achievement Award through Junior Achievement.
SOUTH
The $1.1 billion, Summerville, S.C.-based REV Federal Credit Union hired Joseph P. Orlando as North Carolina regional vice president, a position established in early 2025 when REV unveiled a new organizational structure to align with its Growth with Purpose Vision 2030 five-year strategic forecast. Orlando most recently served as SVP and director of learning and development at Renasant Bank. In his new role, he will helm the development and execution of local growth strategies, including branch performance, sales productivity and community engagement, to support the credit union’s expansion into both urban and rural North Carolina markets.
LEAGUES
The Michigan Credit Union Foundation (MCUF), the charitable arm of the Michigan Credit Union League, announced three board appointments during its annual meeting on July 21.
Kate Hall was elected chair of the MCUF Board of Directors. Hall serves as vice president of strategic management at the $383 million, Monroe, Mich.-based Monroe Community Credit Union.
Dave Brandt was re-elected vice chair of the MCUF Board of Directors. Brandt serves as EVP for the $1.6 billion, Grand Blanc, Mich.-based ELGA Credit Union.
Chrissy Siders was re-elected secretary/treasurer of the MCUF Board of Directors. Siders serves as CEO of the $918 million, Jackson, Mich.-based TRUE Community Credit Union.
VENDORS
ALM First Executive Benefits, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Dallas, Texas-based financial advisory services firm ALM First, announced two new hires.
Bernie Winne was hired as a director, executive benefits. Winne previously served as CEO of Boston Firefighters Credit Union ($431 million, Dorchester, Mass.), where he partnered with ALM First for many years. Prior to joining ALM First, Winne held the position of regional vice president at two firms, focusing on executive benefits solutions.
Bryan Hanks was hired as a director, executive benefits. Hanks brings a wealth of experience in executive compensation across multiple industries, including financial institutions and health care. For the last 20 years, he has strategically served the depository industry through executive recruiting and executive benefit planning.
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