Succession planning

As longtime executive John Dea retires, the credit union's EVP/chief financial officer moves up to the top job.

Great Western is looking to hire a president to give CEO Ken Karels more time to focus on leadership and growth initiatives.

Crane CU selects candidates for its new leadership development program and more human resources news from credit unions across the country.

Chuck Adcock will take the helm in April, 24 years after he started at the credit union as a teller.

Carson Lappetito has a long history of working with firms tied to Eric Hovde, chairman and CEO of Sunwest's holding company.

Doug Ralston is set to succeed Scott Lundgren, who is retiring after 33 years in the credit union movement.

Firefly CU honors its top talent, Neighbors FCU staffer recognized by local Chamber of Commerce plus new hires and promotions at credit unions across the country.

The credit union's assets have grown tenfold, and the institution has added 30 additional employees and two new branches, since Clark took the helm in 1986.

The role of volunteers, supporting up-and-comers and more news of elections, new hires, promotions and special recognition.

Kitsch will retire in May after a career that has included time not just with NCUF, but with the World Council of Credit Unions, Filene Research Institute and more.