Board of Directors

Kellen is Head of Banking at Confido Legal. He previously founded Canopy Ventures and worked in Compliance Experience & Policy at Remitly. Other prior roles included being co-leader of Open Innovation Exchange and head of product operations at Capital One Labs, along with other positions at Capital One focused on recruiting and operations analysis. He has expertise in data-driven problem-solving, compliance program development, product operations, innovation frameworks (Design Thinking, Google Sprints), cross-functional leadership, and building user-centered products within the financial technology sector. Kellen holds an Executive MBA from UVA Darden School of Business and a BS in Industrial Engineering from Penn State University.

Member since 2020

Sean is the Vice President of Business Strategy and Delivery at BECU, leading strategic planning and collaboration across the organization. Previous roles at BECU include VP of Transformation and Director of Market Intelligence. Prior experience includes Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company, focusing on the financial services practice, where Sean led projects on agile operating models and risk organization transformation. Sean also co-founded Fenway Summer LLC, a consumer finance incubator/advisor, and served as a Policy Analyst and Special Assistant to the Director at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Expertise includes corporate strategy, organizational transformation, financial services consulting, market analysis, and consumer finance policy.

Member since 2024

Megan serves as the VP of Strategic Partnerships & Portfolio Management at Unitus Community Credit Union, managing partnerships, project management, community development, and financial education teams. She leads key organizational initiatives, including community outreach and cross-organizational collaborations. Previous roles at Unitus include AVP Loan Administration and Loan Operations & Servicing Manager. Prior experience includes managing bankruptcy specialists at IBM Seterus. Fluent in Spanish, her expertise includes strategic partnerships, credit union leadership, project management (Agile), community development, and lending operations.

Member since 2024

Julie is Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer at Washington State Employees Credit Union, where she leads consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending strategy. With more than 30 years of experience in financial services, she is known for driving innovation, improving member experience, and managing large-scale lending portfolios. Lind is also active in community and industry organizations, supporting initiatives that expand access to affordable housing and financial services.

Member since 2026

Derek is the Senior Vice President and Director of Commercial Banking at Riverview Bank, where he leads commercial lending strategy and portfolio management across Oregon and Washington. With extensive experience managing multimillion-dollar portfolios, he is known for driving growth, structuring complex financial solutions, and building strong client relationships. He is committed to supporting communities and advancing economic development through his work.

Member since 2026

Peter is a strategic corporate development executive with experience leading M&A and inorganic growth initiatives across consulting, private equity, and investment banking. He has built and scaled corporate development functions, shaped investment strategy, and executed end-to-end transactions from sourcing and negotiations through diligence and post-merger integration. Peter also serves as a trusted advisor to C-suite and board leadership, helping drive alignment across business units, functions, and stakeholders to support long-term strategic objectives.

Member since 2022

Kurt is the VP and director of Corporate Communications at Columbia Bank, leading external communications strategy, executive messaging, media relations, and reputation management. Previously, Kurt wwas Accounts Director at LT Public Relations, specializing in B2B professional services PR, crisis communications, and content strategy. Kurt’s earlier experience includes roles at Heath Media Consulting and serving as press secretary in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. Expertise lies in strategic communications, public relations, crisis management, media strategy, and stakeholder messaging, particularly within the banking and financial services sectors.

Member since 2024

Robert is the Chief Lending Officer at Harborstone Credit Union, with a focus on transforming lending culture, driving growth, advancing digital transformation, and expanding lending programs, including SBA, USDA, and CDFI. Previously, Robert served as Chief Credit and Lending Officer at First Federal Savings and Loan of McMinnville, helping modernize the culture and navigate the institution out of a Formal Agreement. Earlier roles include VP/Lending Manager at Premier Community Bank, VP/Credit Relationship Manager at Capital Pacific Bank during the Great Recession, and Portfolio Manager at First Horizon Construction Lending. Robert brings expertise in executive lending and credit risk leadership, change management, digital transformation, regulatory compliance, and specialized lending program development.

Member since 2023

Tina is Chief Lending Officer at Credit Union 1 Alaska, where she leads consumer, mortgage, and small business lending strategy for a $1.2B loan portfolio. With more than 30 years of experience in financial services, she is recognized for driving portfolio growth, advancing data-driven decision making, and expanding access to capital. Narron is also deeply engaged in nonprofit and industry leadership, supporting initiatives that promote community impact.

Member since 2026

John is the former CEO of Verity Credit Union, where he served since 1990 in various leadership capacities, including CFO and CLO, before becoming CEO in 2014. He has extensive experience in mission-driven credit union leadership, focusing on community impact, sustainable finance (triple bottom line), and fostering a strong organizational culture. His background includes roles at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Seattle (resolving distressed institutions, economic analysis) and Pacific Gas and Electric. He holds an MS in Agricultural Economics from UC-Davis and a BS in Economics from Iowa State University and previously chaired the Northwest Credit Union Association Board.

Member since 2020