VENTURA, Calif.–Two credit unions have named new leadership.
The $93.4-million County Schools FCU has selected April Remnant as its new president and CEO.
Remnant has more than 25 years of experience, including 17 years at Ventura County Credit Union. She currently serves as VP-payment strategies at VCCU, where she has led cross-functional teams, driven key process improvements, and managed multimillion-dollar budgets.
“Throughout her career, she has built an engaging and empowering work culture, developed high-performing teams, and consistently delivered exceptional member experiences—while navigating the unique demands and challenges of the financial services sector,” the credit union said.
‘Honored to Show’
“I am honored to join County Schools Federal Credit Union and continue its proud tradition of service to educators and the broader community,” Remnant said in a statement. “My family and I have lived in Ventura for over 30 years, and we’ve had the joy of raising our children here. This community holds a special place in our hearts, and I’m deeply committed to serving it with integrity and care. I am passionate about member- and team member-focused leadership and look forward to building on the credit union’s strengths, deepening community relationships, and bringing fresh ideas that support growth and financial well-being for all our members.
“I am especially committed to expanding access to financial services and empowering underserved communities through education, inclusion, and meaningful solutions. The credit union philosophy of ‘people helping people’ and putting people over profit truly resonates with me. I am excited to lead with those values at the heart of everything we do.”
Educational Background
Remnant holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration Management from Western Governors University and serves as the chairperson for the CCUL Pacific Coast Network (Chapter) and the American Red Cross Pacific Coast Chapter. She is also the current Board Secretary for Western Credit Union Management School Alumni Association (WCMS).
The search was handled by Humanidei.
New CEO at Arizona Central
Separately, in Phoenix, the $689-million Arizona Central has named Brian Lee as its new president and CEO, replacing the retiring Greg Harden.
Lee began his credit union career as a principal examiner with the National Credit Union Administration in July 2010. In June 2014 Lee joined Landings Credit Union as the CFO and in January 2020 was promoted to president and CEO.
“I’m excited to join the talented team at Arizona Central Credit Union and honored the board trusts me to build off the strong foundation built by Greg Harden. “I look forward to getting to work.”
Educational Background
Lee holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University.
Along with his service to credit union members and staff, the credit union said Lee is involved with volunteering to ensure the success of consumer-focused financial cooperatives comprising the credit union system as well as the communities in which he lives and works.
Lee resides in Mesa, Ariz. with his wife and for children.
