ONTARIO, Calif.– Fuel Solutions, the joint services company owned by California’s Credit Unions, Nevada’s Credit Unions, and Utah’s Credit Unions, has named Stephen Nelson as executive director effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Nelson will succeed Scott Simpson, who left to become president of America’s Credit Unionsin early November.
Nelson currently serves as executive vice president and chief advocacy operations officer for California’s, Nevada’s, and Utah’s credit unions, where he is a “trusted leader and strategic partner across the organizations,” the credit union groups said. “In this new role, Nelson will lead Fuel Solutions as it continues to expand its mission of delivering innovative, value driven solutions that support credit unions and strengthen the cooperative system.”
Two Decades-Plus of Experience
Nelson’s connection to the credit union movement spans more than two decades. Prior to joining California’s and Nevada’s Credit Unions, he worked with Utah’s Credit Unions beginning in 2000, “building deep expertise and longstanding relationships across the industry. His experience across multiple leagues, combined with his institutional knowledge and collaborative leadership style, uniquely positions him to lead Fuel Solutions into its next phase of growth,” the associations said.
Statements of Support
Offering statements of support were:
- “Stephen has been instrumental in shaping Fuel Solutions from its early days, and his leadership reflects a deep understanding of both the strategic vision and the operational realities of serving credit unions,” Jennifer Oliver, board chair of Fuel Solutions and president and CEO of Rize Credit Union, said in a statement. “The board is confident he is the right leader to guide Fuel Solutions into its next chapter.”
- “Stephen is a respected leader who brings clarity, integrity, and a strong member focus to everything he does,” Lucy Ito, Interim president and CEO of California’s and Nevada’s Credit Unions, said in a statement. “His appointment ensures continuity and momentum as we continue to strengthen collaboration and deliver impactful solutions for our members.”
- “Having worked alongside Stephen, I have seen firsthand his commitment to credit unions and his ability to lead with purpose,” Rusty Cannon, CEO of Utah’s Credit Unions, said in a statement. “We are proud of his journey and confident he will continue to serve the movement with distinction in this new role.”
