CEO Onboarding: Jeff Carpenter, WEOKIE FCU
This installment of “CEO Onboarding” touches base with an industry veteran to discuss starting out young in the credit union movement and being present for members’ milestone moments.
This installment of “CEO Onboarding” touches base with an industry veteran to discuss starting out young in the credit union movement and being present for members’ milestone moments.
Gruber’s transition to CEO of UVA Community Credit Union brought leadership challenges, cultural shifts, and strategic transformations that all highlight the importance of decisive leadership.
The first-time CEO leans on her experience, her network, and, last but hardly least, her talented staff to chart the future for the East Tennessee cooperative.
A veteran CEO is onboarded once again and shares how he — and the process — have evolved.
Transparency, empowerment, and clarity of mission helped James McBride make the most of his first year as chief executive.
Showing up as her true self helped Tonita Webb navigate her first foray into the corner office as CEO of Seattle’s Verity Credit Union.
A newly minted chief executive uses intentional listening to build connections and spark growth at his Michigan cooperative.
Listen before acting, and honor the past while embracing the future — words of wisdom to help a new chief executive settle into the role.

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