COLUMBUS, Ohio – Corporate One Federal Credit Union has named Jeff Blake SVP-head of human resources. He will succeed Michele Barregarye, who is retiring on Aug. 6 after many years of dedicated service to Corporate One.
“Jeff is a values-driven people leader with a proven track record of building strong cultures, developing talent, and aligning human capital strategy with business priorities,” President and CEO Melissa Ashley said. “As we continue to advance our strategic objectives, Jeff’s depth of experience and collaborative leadership style will help ensure our team is supported, engaged, and empowered to deliver for the credit unions we serve.”
Blake brings more than two decades of human resources leadership experience, most recently serving as Chief People Officer at Achieva Credit Union and previously as Senior Vice President of Human Resources at United Federal Credit Union. Throughout his career, Blake has partnered closely with executive leadership teams to build strong organizational cultures, align people strategies with enterprise goals, and position organizations for sustainable growth. His experience spans workforce planning, leadership development, talent acquisition, compensation strategy, employee engagement, regulatory compliance, and facilities oversight—directly aligning with the scope and strategic expectations of the SVP, Head of Human Resources role at Corporate One.
Blake holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management from Wright State University and maintains multiple advanced professional certifications, including Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), and Certified Compensation Professional (CCP). He resides in Stevensville, Mich.
In his new role, Blake will serve as a key strategic partner to Corporate One’s executive leadership team, overseeing human capital strategy, organizational culture, employee engagement, talent management, compensation and benefits, compliance, and learning and development. He will also provide executive oversight of facilities, supporting a workplace environment that reflects Corporate One’s culture and enhances the overall employee experience.
Ashley emphasized that the planned leadership transition honors Barregarye’s contributions while ensuring organizational continuity.
“We are deeply grateful for Michele’s leadership and the lasting impact she has made across Corporate One,” Ashley said. “Her dedication to our people and culture has helped shape the organization we are today, and we look forward to celebrating her well‑deserved retirement while ensuring a thoughtful and seamless leadership transition.”
