League Committees, Groups & Task Forces
Credit union professionals who serve on our collaborative groups, including our various committees, councils and networking organizations, play a significant role in our success. We are in the process of retooling many of these opportunities!
Interested in Serving on a League Committee?
The League Board is accepting nominations for our working committees! Interested in serving? Complete the nomination form here.
StateWide Advocacy Council (SWAC)
SWAC is composed of credit union representatives from the four regions across the Commonwealth. Council members coordinate grassroot support, including events such as Hike the Hill; establish VACUPAC goals for each credit union and coordinate fundraising efforts; and create activities for legislators to showcase the "Credit Union Difference."
| Jeff Long | Apple FCU |
| Jeff Margeson | Northwest FCU |
| Craig Zuidema | BayPort CU |
| Phil Richards | Chartway CU |
| Chris Michael | Member One FCU |
| Chris Anuswith | ABNB FCU |
| Elizabeth McNeal | Parkview FCU |
| RoseMary O'Steen | Argent CU |
| Heather Minestreet | Peoples Advantage FCU |
| Jeff Bentley (VACUL Board Liaison) | Northwest FCU |
| CeJae Vtipilson (League Staff Liaison) | Virginia Credit Union League |
| JT Blau (League Staff Liaison) | Virginia Credit Union League |
Emerging Professionals Network
The Emerging Professionals Network (or EPN) is a network of like-minded credit union professionals and volunteers from across Virginia. Our mission is to attract, develop and retain young talent within Virginia's credit union system by connecting, empowering and engaging young professionals. Members of the EPN share a common passion for the credit union industry, professional success and growth, and providing continuous value to their credit unions.
- Click here to learn more!
- Learn more about the EMERGE Conference
- Learn more about the EMERGE Leadership Certification
- Need help? Contact Mary Amyx or Matthew Hares.
| Cedric Claude | Virginia CU |
| Heather Farrar | DuPont Community CU |
| Diane Flowers | MemberOne FCU |
| Jen Fox | NextMark CU |
| Amy Mallinson | Beach Municipal FCU |
| Marc Odom | ABNB FCU |
| Trent Saflin | Northwest FCU |
| Juan Sanmartin | Henrico FCU |
| Danielle Kennett | ValleyStar CU |
| Justin Platt | UVA Community CU |
| Matthew Hares (VACUL Staff Liaison) | Virginia Credit Union League |
| Mary Amyx (VACUL Staff Liaison) | Virginia Credit Union League |
Policy Committee
The Policy Committee will meet regularly and discuss and recommend policy positions to the League Board of Directors on issues that impact credit unions at both the state and federal levels. The Policy Committee, with assistance from League staff, will seek feedback from member credit unions when formulating policy for the League. The members of the Policy Committee will also seek feedback through appropriate channels within their credit union, in addition to giving their own expertise, to ensure that they are representing the viewpoint of the credit union leadership.
| Jennifer Yocke | Henrico FCU |
| Woody Windley | Roanoke Valley Community FCU |
| Jim Wilmot | Arlington Community FCU |
| Kristin Schultz | Spectra CU |
| Chris Saneda | Virginia CU |
| Tim Rowe | MemberOne FCU |
| Mark Robnett | Justice FCU |
| Geri Metzger | Beach Municipal FCU |
| Pat McNichol | Navy FCU |
| Owen McKinnie | First NRV FCU |
| Greg McConville | Beacon CU |
| Cheryl Doss | URW Community FCU |
| Sharon Conti | Virginia Educators CU |
| Jamie Asciolla | Argent CU |
| Paul Muse (League Liaison) | 1st Advantage FCU |
| JT Blau (League Staff Liaison) | Virginia Credit Union League |
Financial Well-Being for All Committee
The Committee's purpose is to aid credit unions in living the "Credit Union Difference.” The Committee will seek to assist credit unions in addressing financial participation, education and inclusion for both the broader population and the more financially vulnerable members of our communities, through initiatives and programs designed to improve households' financial outcomes. The Committee will also seek to leverage its initiatives and knowledge gained from credit unions to advocate for the industry and educate policymakers about credit unions' efforts to improve financial outcomes for our members and the communities we serve.
| Belinda Aboagye | BayPort CU |
| Kimberly Allen | Baylands Family CU |
| Cherry Dale | Virginia CU |
| Jerome Fowlkes | Langley FCU |
| Fred Hayes | Baylands Family CU |
| Sarah Landrum | DuPont Community CU |
| Katie Knight | Apple FCU |
| Lauren Polen | TopSide FCU |
| Silvia Riggins | Homebase CU |
| Cassandra Riggins | UVA Community CU |
| Adam Riggleman | Park View FCU |
| LauRae Upchurch | CommonWealth One FCU |
| Rachael Williams | ValleyStar CU |
| Amanda Wilson | Homebase CU |
| Mary Amyx (League Staff Liaison) | Virginia Credit Union League |
Credit Union Growth Committee
The financial landscape is ever-changing and competition has never been more fierce. The Credit Union Growth Committee will address credit unions' opportunities and challenges across a broad spectrum, including lending, marketing, business development, technology, demographics, the competitive landscape, strategic business partnerships (including fintechs) and small credit union issues. An important focus for the Committee will be delivering timely, relevant educational opportunities and resources to credit unions.
| Brandize Braxton | Credit Union of Richmond |
| Jim Eads | The United Methodist CU |
| Lisa Gilliam | DuPont Community CU |
| Fred Hayes | Baylands Family CU |
| Randa Monroe | TopSide FCU |
| Melissa Judy | Apple FCU |
| Pam Lease | Bronco FCU |
| Sarah Marks | Homebase CU |
| Amber Mooney | TruEnergy FCU |
| Kris Morelli | Dominion CU |
| Chris Nunnaly | RVA Financial FCU |
| Emmanuel Obe | CommonWealth One FCU |
| Stephanie Potter | ValleyStar CU |
| Joseph Raichel | UVA Community CU |
| Bill Susewind | Beach Municipal FCU |
| Janine Williams (VACUL Board Liaison) | UVA Community CU |
| David Deacon (VACUL Staff Liaison) | Virginia Credit Union League |
Audit Committee
This committee reviews the audit report and reports to our Board of Directors.
| Sharon Conti | Viriginia Educators CU |
| Allan Davidson | Kemba FCU |
| Ricky McCormick | Argent CU |
| Karen Orie | Hampton Roads Educators CU |
| Lewis Smith | BayPort CU |
| Simuel Young | NextMark CU |
| Bruce Six (League Board Liaison) | Topside FCU |
| Karima Freeman (League Staff Liaison) | Virginia Credit Union League |
Governance Committee
This committee seeks recommendations for nominations to the Board of Directors.
| Bill Hawkins (Chairman) | Healthcare Systems FCU |
| Katrina Hayes-Peerman | Virginia State University FCU |
| Dean Marshall | Celco FCU |
| Jeff Thompson | Blue Eagle CU |
| John West | Call FCU |
| Chris Williams (League Board Liaison) | Henrico FCU |
| Lewis Wood (League Staff Liaison) | Virginia Credit Union League |
Estonia Partnership Committee
This Committee helps the Baltic nation of Estonia revive its credit cooperative movement and aid their efforts to become independent, competitive financial institutions.
| Juri Valdov | Northwest FCU |
| Joe Thomas (League Board Liaison) | NextMark CU |
| Carrie Hunt (League Staff Liaison) | Virginia Credit Union League |
Chapters
In addition to our own committees, we also help support the work of regional chapters, groups of credit unions who have joined together to support our advocacy work, offer educational and networking opportunities and engage in community-based projects, including charitable fundraising.
- Piedmont Chapter (chapter inactive owed to pandemic)
- Richmond Chapter (chapter inactive owed to pandemic)
- Tidewater Chapter (active)
Need help? Contact Katie Bailey.
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