We are so happy to see NWCDC's Board Chair honored for her incredible leadership and support for the Cooperative community.
I have been trying to find the words to adequately sum up my experience being honored with the Credit Union movements Herb Wegner Memorial Award. But I have come to the conclusion- the perfect words do not exist. To be celebrated with the highest CU award from the National CU Foundation is truly beyond my wildest imagination and an honor of a lifetime. I will cherish that night and this award forever. To think that any of my impact is seen as award worthy is humbling and simultaneously the most uplifting thing I could ask for. I love the work I do, the people I do it with and reason I do it. That in and of itself - is one of life’s greatest gifts. So this is beyond measure. This is an incredible movement - and I consider it a privilege to work in it - and never take that lightly or for granted. When you realize that credit unions are more than simply financial institutions - but actual cooperative development tools solving one of the highest needs we all share - to be able to advance towards financial freedom, by providing key financial access and tools - it changes your determination to lean into purpose. That need to balance human centered needs and opportunities alongside smart, and safe financial acumen and soundness is one of the toughest - yes - but most important and rewarding work out there. I am happy to continue to uplift that truth in any way I can. I owe so many people such deep depths of thanks - that this post cannot hold. But one thing I do know is - we do this work together. It is the only way it happens. Thank you to the National Credit Union Foundation for this honor and to BECU for supporting my work for 35 years (as of Feb)! And to my CUDE friends & colleagues - you all inspire me and challenge me to do more. And to my wife and family for your unbelievable foundational support which I cherish. The amount of love that has been showered my way -is so incredible. It uplifts my soul and makes me want to say - What’s Next? https://lnkd.in/gDVnzPAk
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