EAST HARTFORD, CT (April 11, 2025) |
American Eagle Financial Credit Union (American Eagle FCU) has appointed Simeon Chapin as Chief Community Officer, a newly created role on their executive leadership team.
In this new position, Chapin will shape and lead critical functions supporting American Eagle FCU’s community engagement to deliver positive impact in their service area of Connecticut and western Massachusetts. Additionally, Chapin will develop and foster partnerships that bring the credit union’s mission to life for its members and the communities served.
“Credit unions are unique, and we pour our heart and soul into community building where our members live, work, learn and worship,” said American Eagle FCU President & CEO Howard Brady. “Simeon Chapin has nearly two decades as a leader within values-driven institutions, including 10 years working in the credit union movement. From driving community engagement to founding and leading a credit union foundation, Simeon has led programs, projects, and partnerships that embody the ‘credit union difference’. We are proud to add Simeon to our talented team at American Eagle.”
“I’m thrilled to join American Eagle FCU and be part of an organization with a long and proud history of deep commitment to its members and their communities.” said Mr. Chapin. “American Eagle’s team is strong and dedicated to service and impact. This is what attracted me to the role and I look forward to building on this existing solid foundation and working with our team and community partners to serve more and deliver greater positive change.
In his career, Chapin has held leadership roles integrating social impact and business strategy. Most recently, he served as the Head of Social Impact at New England Federal Credit Union where he designed and led their partnership strategy. Prior to that, Chapin served as Community Impact Officer at Vermont State Employees Credit Union and as the Founder and President of the VSECU Foundation.
“Credit unions are uniquely positioned to strengthen communities. The credit union DNA is grounded in everyday people coming together to help each other in cooperation and partnership,” said Chapin. “When credit unions invest our time, talent, and treasure in strengthening our member’s financial freedom and supporting their communities, we help to build a more inclusive, resilient, and stable future. I am excited for the work ahead and the value and impact American Eagle will create for our members and larger community.”
