MADISON, Wis.—TruStage has named Catie McDonald director of credit union system relations, placing the longtime credit union executive in charge of the company's relationships with state leagues, associations and other key industry partners.
In the newly announced role, McDonald will lead TruStage's Credit Union System Relations team and serve as the company's senior relationship manager for credit union leagues, associations and strategic system partners. She will be responsible for advancing TruStage's relationships across the credit union movement in support of its broader strategic initiatives.
McDonald brings nearly 20 years of experience in the credit union system. Most recently, she founded McDonald Consulting, where she advised credit unions on strategic planning, governance, succession planning and organizational change. She previously served as chief impact officer for the National Credit Union Foundation and as a senior advisor with FarWell Advisory Services. Earlier in her career, she spent more than 15 years with America's Credit Unions and TruStage, where she held leadership roles in strategy enablement, business planning, corporate strategy and enterprise transformation.
"Catie brings an exceptional combination of strategic insight, relationship-building expertise and deep commitment to the credit union movement," said Danielle Cruz, TruStage vice president of brand strategy and engagement. "Her extensive experience working across the system, coupled with her ability to align vision with execution, makes her uniquely qualified to lead this important function. We are excited to welcome her to TruStage and look forward to the positive impact she will have on our partners, our company and the credit unions we serve."
McDonald said she is looking forward to returning to TruStage and continuing to support the credit union movement. "I'm honored to return to TruStage and continue supporting a movement that has been central to my career," she said. "The strength of the credit union movement comes from how we show up for each other, and TruStage plays a critical role in helping turn that collaboration into real impact. This role is about listening closely, aligning on what matters most and delivering solutions that help credit unions grow and better serve their members. I'm excited to be part of this work moving forward."
McDonald will begin her tenure at TruStage on July 6, 2026.