Credit Union Magazine today announced the four finalists for the 2021 Credit Union Hero of the Year, sponsored by Symitar. They are:
- Cheryl Deborde, president/CEO, Members Choice Credit Union, $263 million, Ashland, Ky.
- Nick Kessenich, retired president, Members First Credit Union, $28 million, Madison, Wis.
- Bill Lawton, president/CEO, Community Financial Credit Union, $1.14 billion, Plymouth, Mich.
- Val Mindak, president/CEO, Park City Credit Union, $271 million, Merrill, Wis.
“These Credit Union Heroes have served their members and communities for nearly their whole lives,” said Todd Spiczenski, Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Chief Products and Services Officer. “They are creating innovative programs at their credit unions, and they’re champions for the credit union movement.”
What makes a Credit Union Hero? Qualified individuals:
- are credit union system employees or volunteers
- are working or retired
- are unsung heroes, going above and beyond to promote credit union philosophy
- take a stand or demonstrate a strong belief in credit union philosophy
- show dedication to credit union principles
- make a difference in their community
Cast your Credit Union Hero award vote at cuna.org/cuhero by March 20, 2021.