Massachusetts

Both credit unions are based in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

Larissa Thurston, who will also become the Massachusetts credit union's president, will succeed James Garvey, who is retiring.

Now known as Alltrust Credit Union, the Fairhaven, Mass.-based institution serves more than 14,000 members across New England.

The Methuen, Mass.-based institution's newest CEO was born in the same town and has more than a decade of experience in the credit union industry.

Chris Hendry has served on the credit union's board but has spent his career in health care and philanthropy. He said many of his skills are easily transferable, including a focus on marketing and community engagement.

Joseph Lajoie has succeeded Pamela Mello, who stepped down last month after more than five years in charge.

A bill updating the commonwealth's credit union act, signed into law on Jan. 12, is said to be the most comprehensive update of the state charter in 30 years.

Chris Hendry has been appointed president and CEO of the Fitchburg, Mass.-based institution, having served the credit union in a volunteer capacity since 2014.

Neil Gordon, a former executive at nearby Millbury Federal Credit Union, will take the helm next month.

Members of tiny Gloucester Municipal CU are set to vote early next year on whether to join Metro Credit Union.