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Video: 2022 Credit Union Hero of the Year

Colleagues laud Mary Ann Pusateri for her collaborative spirit.

July 7, 2022
Bill Merrick
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Mary Ann Pusateri: 2022 Credit Union Hero of the Year

Mary Ann Pusateri, CEO at Partnership Financial Credit Union in Morton Grove, Ill., is Credit Union Magazine’s 2022 Credit Union Hero of the Year, sponsored by Symitar.

“Mary Ann Pusateri's career exemplifies how credit unions' unique cooperative abilities lead to strong credit unions and communities," says Michelle Willits, publisher of Credit Union Magazine. “We congratulate Mary Ann, as well as this year's other heroes, on being recognized.”

In this video, Pusateri’s colleagues laud her efforts to forge relationships with local credit union CEOs, resulting in a powerful partnership. By joining forces, the credit unions ensured staff kept their jobs, enhanced the member experience, and remained a staple in the community. 

Pusateri also fostered collaboration by forming a women’s leadership group. 

Credit Union Heroes demonstrate leadership through community initiatives, movement advocacy, exceptional member service, and a dedication to credit unions' people-helping-people philosophy. 

Also named as 2022 Credit Union Heroes are:

  • Marshall Boutwell, president/CEO at $775 million asset Peach State Federal Credit Union, Lawrenceville, Ga.
  • Robyn Cousin, board vice chair at $3.5 billion asset Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union, St. Paul, Minn.
  • Cheryl DeBoer, president/CEO at Advia Credit Union, Kalamazoo, Mich.

Learn more at news.cuna.org/cuhero.

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