Ventura, CA, April 21, 2025. The Board of Directors of County Schools Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the selection of April Remnant as the credit union’s new President/Chief Executive Officer.
“The Board is thrilled to welcome April Remnant as the next CEO of County Schools Federal Credit Union,” said Adam Lopez, Board Chair. “April brings a strong track record of collaborative leadership, innovation in credit unions, and deep, long-standing ties to the Ventura community and local nonprofit organizations. Her connection to the region and her commitment to member service and community impact uniquely qualify her to lead our credit union into its next chapter. We are confident she will honor our legacy while advancing our mission in meaningful and inspiring ways.”
Remnant is a seasoned financial services executive with more than 25 years of experience, including 17 years at Ventura County Credit Union. She currently serves as Vice President of Payment Strategies at Ventura County Credit Union, where she has led cross-functional teams, driven key process improvements, and managed multimillion-dollar budgets. Throughout her career, she has built an engaging and empowering work culture, developed high-performing teams, and consistently delivered exceptional member experiences—while navigating the unique demands and challenges of the financial services sector.
Remnant holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration Management from Western Governors University and serves as the Board Chairperson for the CCUL Pacific Coast Network (Chapter) and the American Red Cross Pacific Coast Chapter. She is also the current Board Secretary for Western Credit Union Management School Alumni Association (WCMS).
“I am honored to join County Schools Federal Credit Union and continue its proud tradition of service to educators and the broader community,” said Remnant. “My family and I have lived in Ventura for over 30 years, and we’ve had the joy of raising our children here. This community holds a special place in our hearts, and I’m deeply committed to serving it with integrity and care. I am passionate about member- and team member-focused leadership and look forward to building on the credit union’s strengths, deepening community relationships, and bringing fresh ideas that support growth and financial well-being for all our members. I am especially committed to expanding access to financial services and empowering underserved communities through education, inclusion, and meaningful solutions. The credit union philosophy of ‘people helping people’ and putting people over profit truly resonates with me. I am excited to lead with those values at the heart of everything we do.”
The search was completed in partnership with Humanidei. Humanidei brings decades of credit union system experience to the recruiting process, ensuring executive placements that will carry organizations forward in fulfillment of their mission. www.humanidei.com.
About County Schools Federal Credit Union
County Schools Federal Credit Union is a member‑owned, not‑for‑profit financial cooperative dedicated to delivering personalized service and innovative financial solutions. For decades, we have grown alongside our members across Ventura County, offering a full suite of banking, lending, and digital services tailored to diverse needs—from day‑to‑day checking and savings to home loans and retirement planning. Guided by the philosophy of “people helping people,” we prioritize financial education, transparent decision‑making, and community engagement, ensuring every action we take is in the best interest of our members and the communities we serve.
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