Credit Union Women in Leadership
Spotlighting the women leading the Credit Union industry.
Meet the women who are making a difference in the Credit Union industry across Canada.
Join us for a series of inspiring stories where you’ll discover their incredible achievements, challenges, and unique contributions to the field. We also feature perspectives from MNP female leaders who work closely with credit unions as advisors.
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Michelle Beland, CTO, Servus (Part 2)
Want to become a leader? Figure out what you’re great at and find a way to integrate it into your paid work, says Michelle Beland, CTO at Servus. Think about what you’re not great at, too, and get support in those areas. Learn more about expressing your genius and the real reason Michelle grabbed the desk near the exit.
Launi Skinner, CEO, First West Credit Union (Part 2)
What does it take to rise to the top in a male-dominated field? Launi Skinner, CEO of First West Credit Union, shares how her career took shape, who helped her along the way, and where she sees gender diversity going in the future.
Annette Bester, Partner, National Credit Union Leader, MNP (Part 2)
Have the confidence to speak up when it's important — says MNP's national credit union leader Annette Bester, when asked her advice for aspiring female leaders. It’s okay to be vulnerable.
Kendra Holland, Chief Merger Officer, ConnectFirst Credit Union (Part 3)
In the third episode of Kendra Holland's interview, she gives advice to women who want to rise to the top.
Launi Skinner, CEO, First West Credit Union (Part 1)
Launi Skinner shares how her career took shape, who helped her along the way, and where she sees gender diversity going in the future.
Jodi Chambers, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, Cornerstone Credit Union (Part 2)
In part 2, Jodi discusses the female leaders and role models that she has worked with in the credit union space who helped shape her own career as a leader.
Annette Bester, Partner, National Credit Union Leader, MNP (Part 1)
In Annette's interview, she acknowledges the women and men in leadership positions who have provided her with support, encouragement, and inspiration throughout her journey.
Michelle Belland, CTO, Servus (Part 1)
Michelle Belland, CTO, Servus, shares how women leaders are building up courage to pursue balance especially in the post-pandemic age.
Celina Philpot, CEO, Conexus Credit Union (Part 3)
In the third part of our chat with Celina Philpot, she shares her most significant career achievements and advice for young women who aspire to leadership positions.
Kendra Holland, Chief Merger Officer, ConnectFirst Credit Union (Part 2)
In the second part of our chat with Kendra Holland, she highlights some of her proudest moments as a leader and acknowledges the support she has received from other women who have helped shape her success.
Celina Philpot, CEO, Conexus Credit Union (Part 2)
In the second part of our conversation, Celina shares her thoughts on how female representation in senior leadership roles has evolved in the last two decades.
Jodi Chambers, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, Cornerstone Credit Union (Part 1)
Jodi shares how her parents shaped her career, her journey in the industry starting as a summer student and how she hit a career milestone by connecting young talents to opportunities.
Christine Tucker, CFO, Synergy Credit Union (Part 2)
In part 2 of her interview, Christine Tucker reflects on the professional achievements she’s most proud of and provides valuable advice to young women who want to become leaders in any industry.
Christine Bergeron, President and CEO, Vancity (Part 2)
In part 2 of our conversation with Vancity President and CEO, Christine Bergeron discusses the fulfillment she gains from getting feedback and how she and her team have strived to make a difference in the lives of members.
Kendra Holland, Chief Merger Officer, ConnectFirst Credit Union (Part 1)
Kendra shares her experience functioning in several capacities such as interim Chief Executive Officer and the significance of her current role in light of an impending merger.
Jay-Ann Gilfoy, CEO, Meridian Credit Union (Part 2)
In Part 2 of her interview, Jay-Ann discusses her journey from leading a Human Resource team to her current role, and how she navigated this path despite the complexities of people and change management.
Christine Bergeron, President and CEO, Vancity (Part 1)
Christine highlights the evolution that has taken place which now allows women to lead on their terms, and balance motherhood with their career. She believes that women can achieve great success by being open, transparent, and empathetic in their professional pursuits.
Celina Philpot, CEO, Conexus Credit Union (Part 1)
Celina discusses her professional journey from her start as a summer student at a local credit union when she was 19 to her travels through marketing, sales, and operations functions en route to the top job.
Christine Tucker, CFO, Synergy Credit Union (Part 1)
Christine talks about her career trajectory in the industry spanning over 24 years, her motivation to succeed, and the increased representation of women in leadership positions within the industry in recent years.
Jay-Ann Gilfoy, CEO, Meridian Credit Union (Part 1)
Jay-Ann shares insights from her 20-year career as a senior executive, discusses the women who have influenced her, and talks about her hopes for the future of women in leadership.