DUNEDIN, Fla.–Achieva Credit Union has named a new president and CEO.
The $2.9-billion Achieva said it has named Eric Jenkins to lead the organization, succeeding leader Gary Regoli, who will retire after 17 years.
Jenkins has more than three decades of credit union leadership experience, having most recently served as CEO at SRP Federal Credit Union in North Augusta, S.C., and prior to that as CEO at Education Credit Union in Amarillo, Texas.
His 34-year career includes leadership roles as chief deposit services officer at Georgia United Credit Union, COO at CU Partner Link, and senior vice president of CU Growth Services at Georgia Credit Union Affiliates.
“We are thrilled to welcome Eric Jenkins as our new President and CEO,” Chairperson Janet Cantees said in a statement. “With his extensive expertise in the credit union industry—spanning advocacy, operations, lending, marketing, product development, finance, and human resources—we are confident in his ability to guide Achieva into its next chapter. His vision and leadership will be instrumental in shaping our future while remaining true to our mission of serving our members and communities.”
‘Remarkable Tenure’
Achieva said Jenkins is stepping into the role as Regoli “concludes a remarkable tenure defined by a commitment to community service, member-centric innovations, and fostering a culture of excellence. During his time as CEO, Achieva experienced significant growth, expanded its branch network, and strengthened its reputation as a trusted financial partner.”
“Serving as CEO of Achieva Credit Union has been the honor of a lifetime. Together, we’ve built more than just a financial institution—we’ve built a culture where people genuinely care about making a difference,” said Regoli in a statement. “I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished and deeply grateful for the active engagement of our Board, the dedication of our employees, and the trust of our members. I am confident that under Eric’s leadership, Achieva will continue to thrive and make a positive impact in the communities we serve.”
Added Cantese in a statement, “Gary’s leadership has left an indelible mark on Achieva. His unwavering commitment to ‘Banking for GOOD’ will always be a part of who we are. We are grateful for his service and wish him the very best in his well-earned retirement.”
Achieva Credit Union has approximately 200,000 members.