CUANM Selects Heimbuck to Lead the Organization
Melia Heimbuck is picked to take over as president/CEO as Juan Fernandez Ceballos heads to Louisiana.
The Credit Union Association of New Mexico (CUANM) has selected Melia Heimbuck as its next president/CEO, according to an announcement by its board of directors. The appointment camw just two days after Juan Fernandez Ceballos, who led CUANM since 2021, was tapped to lead the Louisiana Credit Union League.
According to Wednesday’s announcement from the Albuquerque, N.M.-based CUANM, board members unanimously voted for Heimbuck to become the organization’s leader. Heimbuck currently serves as CUANM’s SVP, advocacy and general counsel and will take over the leadership position later in June.
“We are delighted to announce the promotion of Melia Heimbuck, a highly skilled member of our team, to the position of president and CEO,” Association Board President Karen Griffo said. “Melia’s selection for this role is a testament to the exceptional talent we have brought in, and her extensive experience and unwavering passion for credit unions in New Mexico make her ideal for this challenge. We have great confidence in Melia’s abilities and are excited about the prospects of this transition. We look forward to the valuable contributions she will make in her new role and the growth and success she will bring to The Credit Union Association of New Mexico.”
CUANM stated Heimbuck has been with the organization since 2021 and is a licensed attorney in New Mexico. Heimbuck has worked in the credit union industry for nearly 25 years.
“I have been fortunate to work alongside Juan since coming to New Mexico. His fearless leadership, award-winning endeavors and the bold strategic direction of the Association Board have created an exciting buzz in New Mexico’s credit unions,” Heimbuck said. “I am honored to continue what has been started and carry forward the mantra of ‘great things are happening in New Mexico!’”
Griffo added, “The association extends its warmest wishes to Juan. During his tenure with us, he was instrumental in breathing life back into the association, setting us on a new path that we are eager to pursue alongside our outstanding team. Juan is a shining star in our industry, and we feel fortunate to have had him with us. We look forward to seeing him thrive in his future endeavors!”