After seven months serving as vice president at Sierra Pacific Federal Credit Union, Leslie Ramsdell has assumed the role of chief executive officer and president. She succeeds Jim Hunting, who has served the role for more than 20 years.
“We are absolutely confident that Leslie’s ingenuity, depth of expertise, energy and passion are right for the members of Sierra Pacific,” Hunting said. “I’ve had the privilege of working with Leslie for many years and she sets herself apart as a goal-oriented, results-driven leader for our team and our membership.”
Ramsdell has more than 21 years of experience with the credit union, having served in roles from Teller to Director of Operations and Chief Information Security Officer before her most recent appointment to Vice President this past July.
“I’m incredibly energized by this new challenge to lead Sierra Pacific through its next stage,” Ramsdell said. “For more than 87 years our mission has been to help our members achieve their financial goals. We have an extraordinary team to help improve the quality of life of those we serve now and in the future.”
Hunting now serves as vice president of the credit union with a primary focus on business development. Under his direction as CEO, he expanded the credit union’s presence into Las Vegas and Phoenix and maintained significant financial strength as Sierra Pacific is one of the top 200 safest credit unions in the nation (out of more than 6,000).
“Jim gave us an unparalleled strategic foundation of people, technology and business strategy,” Ramsdell said. “His passion for the credit union movement is infectious, and I’m thrilled that he continues to build business partnerships and member relationships on behalf of Sierra Pacific.”
