AUSTIN, Texas— Government Employees Federal Credit Union (GEFCU) announced that President and CEO Dee Crisp plans to retire on Dec. 31 after more than a decade leading the $187-million credit union.
Crisp has served as president and chief executive since December 2013. Before joining GEFCU, he was vice president of finance at United SA Federal Credit Union.
During his tenure, GEFCU said it has undertaken a series of modernization initiatives aimed at strengthening its technology and services, saying it transitioned from an in-house core system to a service bureau model, launched a new website and home banking platform, implemented a new audio response system, and introduced its first mobile banking application and remote deposit capture.
The credit union also launched a credit card program as part of a broader effort to expand services for members, it said.
Operational & Structural Improvements
GEFCU said the operational and structural improvements made during Crisp’s leadership contributed to several years of strong financial performance, including the ability to distribute an extraordinary dividend to members at the end of 2025.
“It has been my honor and pleasure serving the needs of our members with a great team that strives every day to provide our members with excellent service,” Crisp said in a statement. “I am sure that the credit union will continue to serve the members well in the future.”
Christine Matz, chair of the GEFCU board of directors, thanked Crisp for his leadership and service.
‘Strong and Vibrant Future’
“Dee’s dedication to both the member experience and the long-term sustainability of the credit union has positioned GEFCU for a strong and vibrant future,” Matz said in a statement. “His vision, integrity, and deep sense of service will continue to benefit our organization long after his retirement.”
The board has retained JSpire Recruiting, a national executive search firm, to assist in the search for GEFCU’s next president and CEO.
Crisp’s retirement will mark the culmination of more than 40 years in the credit union industry, including roughly equal time working for the National Credit Union Administration and within credit unions.
