Key Promotions Drive Growth and Member Impact

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UFCU Announces Key Promotions to Drive Growth and Member Impact

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University Federal Credit Union in Austin, Texas, has announced two key leadership promotions reflecting the credit union’s commitment to strong leadership and sustainable growth.

Joe Gonzalez

Joe Gonzalez has been promoted to vice president of enterprise continuous improvement and everyday banking and payments. His expanded role will be pivotal in driving UFCU's growth and member impact. With more than 20 years of experience at UFCU,  Gonzalez has held roles in mortgage lending, commercial lending, consumer lending and, most recently, everyday banking. His deep understanding of UFCU and the credit union industry positions him to improve and champion new and re-imagined products and processes. Gonzalez will continue to lead everyday banking—one of the epicenters of member experience at UFCU—including deposit accounts, money movement, information governance, and debit and credit cards. He will spearhead companywide efforts to transform processes to enhance member and employee experiences through a rapid continuous improvement methodology.

Paul Koller

Paul Koller has been promoted to vice president of finance. He will continue to lead treasury, financial planning, and analysis, and establish a capital markets team. With more than 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, Koller’s ability to work cross-functionally and drive financial performance will support UFCU's purpose to empower members and enhance their financial success. Koller will continue to lead the treasury, financial planning, and analysis functions, ensuring strong financial oversight and sustainable growth. He will also lead the creation of a capital markets team, diversifying UFCU’s financial activities and opening new revenue streams and investment opportunities to enhance UFCU’s profitability and financial performance.

"We are thrilled to recognize Joe and Paul for their exceptional contributions,” said UFCU President/CEO Michael Crowl. “We are profoundly grateful for their exceptional leadership and dedication to the success of their colleagues, our members, and UFCU. Their leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of UFCU."