After a nationwide search, the board of directors for CommonWealth Central Credit Union announced on Wednesday it selected someone from inside the organization to become its new CEO – Viktoria Earle.
“After an extensive search, we are excited that the credit union’s new CEO came from within. Viktoria’s depth and breadth of experience will enable her to provide strategic direction and leadership to continue moving our credit union forward. We are excited to begin this journey and offer our support as she transitions into her new role,” CommonWealth Board Chair Michael F. Filice, Jr. said.
The CEO of the San Jose, Calif.-based CommonWealth ($681 million in assets, 39,766 members), Craig Weber, announced his retirement after 27 years with the organization.
Earle has been with CommonWealth for the past nine years as the credit union’s CFO. According to a statement from the credit union, Earle has been in the financial industry for years serving in numerous executive positions leading strategic positioning, tactical planning, product development, business partner building, board relations, and people engagement and development.
In a statement, Earle said, “It is an honor to be named the next president and CEO of CommonWealth. I appreciate the confidence the board of directors has placed in me to lead the credit union. CWCCU is passionate about making a difference in the lives of our members and communities, and I look forward to continuing this mission.”
Outgoing CEO Weber said, “As I bid a fond farewell to CommonWealth, a place I’ve called home for so long, I would like to thank you for the privilege of serving you. I’m confident in CommonWealth’s bright future under Viktoria’s leadership.”
Earle will transition into the leadership role in May, according to the credit union.