AMARILLO, Texas–Three credit unions have named new presidents/CEOs, while a fourth long-time leader has announced retirement plans.
In Texas, Education Credit Union (ECU) said it has named Marcus Smith to lead the organization.
Smith has been with ECU since 2014 and most recently had been serving as interim CEO since July. Previously, Smith had been the CFO. Prior to joining ECU, Smith was a senior controls specialist, where he was involved in financial audits, internal control testing, regulatory training, and compliance.
“I am thrilled for the opportunity to serve our team, our members, and love on our community,” Smith said.
New CEO in South Carolina
In Columbia, S.C., the $1.3-billion Palmetto Citizens FCU has tapped Robert Dozier to be its next president and CEO. He will succeed current president and CEO Nick Wodogaza, who is retiring on Jan. 31, 2023.
Dozier most recently served as president of First Reliance Bancshares in Florence, S.C. and as senior executive VP and COO with First Reliance Bank.
Virginia is for…New CEOs
In Prince George, Va., the $255.7-million Homebase Credit Union has turned to Clint Summers as its new president and CEO. Summers most recently served as chief operations officer for Clearwater Credit Union in Montana. He will succeed Patsy Stuard, who has announced her retirement.
Retirement in California
Meanwhile, in Sacramento, Calif., Carol Hauck, president and CEO of First U.S. Community Credit Union, said she will retire during the first quarter of 2023. No successor has retired, with the $530-million credit union saying a search is now underway.
“I have loved my time leading the credit union but am looking forward to retiring,” said Hauck. “I am proud of what we have accomplished, and I look forward to seeing the credit union’s growth in the future.”
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