BURLINGTON, Vt.—Vermont Federal Credit Union has named a new president and CEO.
The $477-million VFCU has named Jean Giard to lead the organization.
Giard had previously been acting president and CFO, and has been with the credit union since 2006, having helped oversee asset growth from $160 million during that time.
Prior to joining Vermont Federal, Giard was a partner with the accounting firm of R.F. Lavigne & Co, where she worked for over 25 years.
“I’m thrilled to have Jean accept the role of president and CEO,” said VFCU Board Treasurer Joseph Finnigan. “She has been a key contributor to Vermont Federal’s success for 10 years as our CFO and now she will bring her vision and experience to this new role. I know she will lead the organization in continuing to exceed the expectations of our members and the communities we serve.”
Finnegan served as the credit union’s president and CEO from 1979 until 2008.
Also in Vermont, after 32 years with the credit union, One Credit Union President/CEO Jerry Cross has announced his plans to retire at the end of this month. Since joining the CU in 1985, Cross has overseen growth from $1.8 million in assets and 1,400 members to $150 million in assets and 16,000 members.
On Thursday, Feb. 23, the One CU Springfield Branch will be hosting a “Farewell to Jerry” day.