BEAUMONT, Texas – DuGood Credit Union has announced the promotions of three people.
“These promotions reflect DuGood’s commitment to developing its team and recognizing employees who demonstrate professionalism, leadership and a genuine passion for serving members and the community,” the credit union said. “By promoting from within, DuGood continues to invest in its people while strengthening relationships with both employees and the members they serve”
Danielle Prudhomme has been promoted to VP-digital services. Prudhomme Danielle began her career at DuGood in May 2010 as a teller and quickly advanced through a variety of leadership roles in member services, branch operations, lending and digital services.
She most recently served as Director of Digital Services and Fraud before being promoted to Vice President of Digital Services. She will oversee the Plastics Department and Digital Center while focusing on innovation, risk management, fraud prevention and strategic initiatives.
Prudhomme is a graduate of Lamar University with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Sociology. She is currently attending Southwest Credit Union Management School and is expected to graduate in 2027.
Katlyn Ellis has been promoted to director of marketing and business development. Ellis joined DuGood’s staff in February 2025 as director of business development. In her expanded role, Ellis will lead all marketing and business development efforts, including advertising, communications, digital marketing, social media and growth initiatives.
She is a Magna Cum Laude graduate from Lamar University with a BBA in Marketing and Advertising Communications and a MBA in Management.
Audrey Hinson has been promoted to indirect lending manager. Hinson started her DuGood journey in 2016 as a teller in Lumberton and steadily advanced through member services and lending roles, most recently serving as Indirect Lending Supervisor.
As indirect lending manager, she will focus on strengthening dealer relationships and promoting the credit union throughout Southeast Texas and surrounding areas.
