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GFA Federal Credit Union, Gardner, Mass., recently announced that Sharon Henrickson has joined the GFA team as employee relations officer. Henrickson brings over 12 years of human resources experience in retail environments, with strengths in employee relations, project management, coaching, mentoring and team building. In her new role, she will be charged with managing an effective human resources program. Her responsibilities will include staffing, benefits administration, internal employee events and employee relations.

Hudson River Community Credit Union, Corinth, N.Y., announced the promotion of Cathy Straight to vice president of financial services. She formerly served as the credit union's assistant vice president of financial services. In her new position, she will oversee branch financial services with a platform staff of 21, monitor sales and service goals and insure compliance of all regulations, with the primary responsibility of identifying and communicating deposit and loan-related compliance requirements.