TEMPE, Ariz. –-The $1.7-billion TruWest Credit Union has named Chris Kearney president and chief executive officer, the organization reported.
Kearney had served as president and chief information officer of TruWest since 2023. Kearney takes over for Alan Althouse, who retired Sept. 30.
“Chris has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive innovation and inspire our teams to deliver exceptional service,” said Althouse. “After working closely with Chris over the past several years, I am confident that TruWest is in excellent hands. His vision and leadership will guide the organization toward continued growth while maintaining our core values of member and community service.”
“I am deeply honored to take on this role as CEO and grateful for the trust placed in me by Alan and the board,” said Kearney. “Our organization’s commitment to our members, employees, and community will remain at the forefront of everything we do as we continue to evolve and innovate in this fast-changing financial landscape.”
Kearney’s background includes a decade in technology management within the credit union industry prior to joining TruWest. He holds a bachelor’s degree in technology and an Executive MBA from Arizona State University, the CU said.
Althouse, who served TruWest for 20 years, including eight as president CEO, retired after “overseeing significant growth and transformation at the credit union. His tenure has been marked by a steadfast commitment to the TruWest community and a culture of collaboration,” the CU stated.