CHATSWORTH, Calif.--Premier America Credit Union has named Mechelle Best to its Board of Directors.
“We are pleased to welcome Mechelle to the Premier America Board,” said Gary Holmen, Board Chairman. “She is highly respected within both the business and academic communities. Her wide range of experiences and qualifications, along with her deep
commitment to positively impact the lives of the next generation, are perfectly aligned to the credit union’s mission.”
Best is the Interim Dean of the College of Health and Human Development at California State University, Northridge (CSUN). As part of the university’s senior leadership team, she is responsible for multiple academic departments, centers, and institutes, with a focus on building a world class institution of higher learning for its diverse student body. She is a Fulbright and Organization of American States Scholar, and has advised numerous state, local, and private entities on both boards and committees. She brings a deep commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), helping others realize their potential and build a more just and equitable future.
“Premier America’s commitment to our communities is stronger than ever,” said Rudy Pereira, Premier America Credit Union President and CEO. “Mechelle’s addition to our esteemed Board of Directors demonstrates how perfectly aligned our vision is with that of
the university community. Together, we can provide opportunity and guidance, helping extend the promise of America to succeeding generations.”