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The $2.1 billion, Denver-based Westerra Credit Union hired Greg Glawson as chief information officer. In his new role, Glawson will collaborate with each level of Westerra’s team to enhance the credit union’s member and employee services. Leading enterprise-wide initiatives, Glawson will be responsible for sharpening Westerra’s focus, prioritizing efficiency and delivering meaningful results. He brings nearly 20 years of experience in the credit union industry, having previously held senior leadership roles at Credit Union of Georgia ($702 million, Woodstock, Ga.) and Georgia United Credit Union ($2.3 billion, Duluth, Ga.). Most recently, he served as chief information officer for UNIFY Financial Credit Union ($3.4 billion, Allen, Texas).
The $2.1 billion, Hollywood, Calif.-based First Entertainment Credit Union announced one new hire and one promotion.
Addie Allison was promoted to EVP and COO. In her new role, Allison will lead strategic direction and operational management across key functions, including member experience, retail, lending, card services, fraud operations, enterprise risk management and compliance. She will also partner closely with the CEO and leadership teams to execute multi‑year initiatives that fuel growth, profitability and long‑term sustainability. In addition, Allison will report to the Board of Directors on operational progress, advise leaders on infrastructure, lead risk management efforts and drive profitability through targeted cost initiatives. She has more than 30 years of experience in the credit union industry, joining First Entertainment in 2014 as vice president of finance and accounting.
EAST
The $883 million, Leominster, Mass.-based All One Credit Union announced its Board of Directors voted to appoint Adilson “Addy” Lima as a director. Lima has worked as the staff and IT auditor for the Hanover Insurance Company since 2018, advancing to senior staff auditor in 2023. He holds an MBA from Nichols College in Dudley, Mass. Lima also owns and operates Sparkling Emerald Cleaning Company, based in Leominster.
The $220 million, Waterville, Maine-based New Dimensions Federal Credit Union hired Sarah W. Sachs as COO. In her new role, Sachs will lead the credit union’s operational strategy, focusing on optimizing processes, enhancing the member experience and building on New Dimensions’ commitment to providing innovative financial solutions. Sachs brings over 25 years of executive leadership experience in the financial industry, with expertise in guiding institutions through transformational growth and change. In her past roles, she has been instrumental in building operations, implementing new technology, leading professional mortgage officers and expanding lending products to better serve the community.
MIDWEST
The $99.2 million, Des Moines, Iowa-based Serve Credit Union hired Holger Cordero into the newly-created position of lending portfolio manager. Cordero brings a combined 14 years of experience in the credit union and financial services industry. In his new role, he will oversee the health and performance of Serve’s entire loan portfolio, lead efforts to identify and mitigate risk, collaborate with internal teams to develop new lending products, and ensure that all lending activities are aligned with Serve’s mission and regulatory best practices.
The $3.1 billion, Appleton, Wis.-based Fox Communities Credit Union announced two new hires and one promotion.
Dan Grawe was hired into the newly-created position of vice president of member experience optimization. In his new role, Grawe will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to the member support center and champion creating lasting member experiences while serving as the lead for key experience technologies. Grawe brings experience in both call centers and customer relationship management (CRM). His recent experience at Transamerica included roles as senior director of business planning, director of business transformation and director of customer care.
Maryland Coleman was promoted to assistant vice president of consumer lending. Coleman started at Fox as assistant vice president of credit card lending. In her new role, she will be responsible for assisting in the strategic planning, development, implementation and monitoring of activities and services offered relating to the consumer lending portfolio. She will also focus on driving product growth, enhancing lending team members’ performance and leading a centralized team of lenders to ensure exceptional member experience, compliance with loan applications and regulations, and achievement of organizational goals.
SOUTH
The $1 billion, Lawrenceville, Ga.-based Peach State Federal Credit Union appointed Dr. Lori Brownlee-Brewton to its Board of Directors. Dr. Brewton currently serves as the Superintendent of Abbeville County School District and brings decades of experience in education, leadership and community service. Throughout her career, Dr. Brewton has served as teacher, assistant principal, elementary and high school principal and assistant superintendent.
The $232 million, Metairie, La.-based Louisiana Corporate Credit Union appointed Mary Vedros as its new Board chair. Vedros serves as EVP/CFO for Wymar Federal Credit Union ($159 million, Geismar, La.). Vedros brings more than 35 years of credit union experience, having previously served as CEO of Total Choice Federal Credit Union ($55 million, Hahnville, La.). She has been an active member of LaCorp’s board for several years, most recently serving as vice chair.
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