ST. PAUL, Minn.–Mark Cummins, president and CEO of the Minnesota Credit Union Network, has announced he will retire in April of 2023. Cummins has led the organization for 15 years.
In a statement, the MnCUN said it will not be seeking to merge with another league.
“Serving as president of the Minnesota Credit Union Network has been the honor of a lifetime. To work with the incredible staff at the Network has been a privilege that far too few people have the opportunity to enjoy,” said Cummins. “The Network has a bright future, and I will support the transition to new leadership in every way I can.”
In addition to his work in Minnesota, Cummins has served the American Association of Credit Union Leagues as chair, on the CUNA Executive Committee, the board of CUNA Strategic Services, and the National Advocacy Committee. He currently serves on CUNA's World Affairs Committee and was recently honored with the 2022 Farley Leadership Award. Cummins will remain in his role through April of 2023.
Goal is to Remain Independent
With a number of leagues announcing mergers in recent years, including the most recent, the Heartland CU Association saying it is seeking to merge into the Cornerstone CU League, Mary Hansen, chair of the MnCUN board and president and CEO of Mayo Employees FCU, said, “The MnCUN Board of Directors has established a Search Committee after having thoroughly discussed, and unanimously approving to independently continue as the Minnesota Credit Union Network. The Network remains a strong league, financially healthy, and the best trade association for Minnesota’s credit unions.
“The board and staff are all very happy for Mark and his family, and so very appreciative for all that he has done for credit unions in Minnesota and nationwide throughout his tenure,” continued Hansen.