SILICON VALLEY, Calif.- Meriwest Credit Union has promoted Jihong Huang to Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
With over 20 years of dedicated service at Meriwest, Jihong’s journey from Analyst to CFO exemplifies her remarkable commitment and contributions to the credit union’s success. Most recently, Jihong served as Chief Treasury Officer of Meriwest Credit Union, overseeing the accounting finance and corporate treasury functions. Jihong succeeds Brian Hennessey, who retired on September 5, 2025.
In her new role, Jihong will continue to oversee the accounting, finance, corporate treasury, and she will add collections and elements of corporate strategy to her responsibilities.
Her promotion reflects Meriwest’s confidence in her ability to provide steady leadership and advance the organization’s strategic goals.
“Jihong’s deep expertise and proven track record make her the ideal leader to guide Meriwest’s financial strategy,” said Lisa Pesta, Chief Executive Officer of Meriwest Credit Union. “Her 20+-year tenure with us is a testament to her dedication, and we are excited to see her continue to drive our mission forward.”
“Jihong’s promotion is a well-earned recognition of her exceptional leadership and financial acumen,” said Arthur Jue, Chairman of the Board of Directors. “Her longstanding commitment to Meriwest positions her perfectly to steer our financial future, and the Board has full confidence in her ability to uphold our mission of serving our members and the community with excellence.”