Sacramento, CA, August 29, 2025. First U.S. Community Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Suzanne Wages as its new Vice President of Real Estate Lending and Servicing. In this role, Wages will oversee the full real estate lending program from origination to servicing, driving growth, performance, and quality across the credit union’s mortgage and home equity portfolio. She will lead a team of originators, processors, underwriters, and servicing staff while championing member-focused lending solutions and process innovations.
“We are pleased to welcome Suzanne to First U.S.,” said Jennifer Wilkinson, Senior Vice President, Chief Lending Officer. “Her expertise in real estate lending and her passion for member service will be instrumental as we continue to grow our lending programs and provide innovative, member-focused solutions.”
Wages brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in financial services, including nearly two decades in Real Estate Lending at SAFE Credit Union. In that role, she directed top-tier mortgage lending strategies across 20+ branches, scaled her team from 11 to over 30 employees, and consistently exceeded performance and revenue goals. She is recognized for launching innovative, member-first programs such as SAFE’s signature Home Buying Experience platform, which offered educational seminars to empower members on their path to homeownership. Her achievements have also earned SAFE recognition as a seven-time finalist for the North State BIA’s Mortgage Professional of the Year award, underscoring their reputation as a respected lender in the Greater Sacramento and East Bay lending community.
“I am honored to join First U.S. and excited to be part of an organization that is deeply committed to its members and community,” said Suzanne Wages, VP, Real Estate Lending and Servicing. “Home ownership is such an important milestone in people’s lives, and I look forward to helping more members achieve their dreams through trusted lending solutions and outstanding service.”
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 First U.S. Community Credit Union
Founded in 1936, First U.S. Community Credit Union is a $544 million financial cooperative headquartered in Sacramento, California. Serving more than 28,000 members, the credit union is dedicated to positively impacting the financial well-being of its members through affordable loans, attractive savings programs, and personalized service. With a strong commitment to community and innovation, First U.S. continues to deliver member-focused solutions that enhance lives across the region. To learn more, visit https://firstus.org/
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