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Jim Kasch will become the next president/CEO of the Kentucky Credit Union league (KCUL), the trade group's board of directors said Tuesday.
Current KCUL President/CEO Debbie Painter is retiring after serving nearly five years at the top post. She launched her credit union career in 1979 at the $1.2 billion Abound Federal Credit Union in Radcliff, Ky., (formerly Fort Knox Federal Credit Union). She joined KCUL in 2000 and served as its director of governmental affairs and EVP.
"Kentucky's credit unions are well-positioned for a bright future with Jim building on the legacy of great leaders before him here in Kentucky," said KCUL Board Chair Larry Lucas, who is president/CEO of the $369 million Ashland Credit Union in Ashland. "The Kentucky Credit Union League has always been known for exceptional advocacy. As that tradition continues, the league board was also seeking a president/CEO who will ensure an independent, sustainable future for our state trade association. Jim's entrepreneurial spirit, focus on collaboration, and passion for credit unions combine to make him an exceptional choice to lead."
Kasch's professional background includes more than 20 years of credit union experience.
Jim Kasch He is the founder and CEO of Canidae Consulting LLC & Member Intelligence Group in Orlando, Fla., where he currently provides consulting services to credit union clients nationwide.
In previous roles, he served as president/CEO of Darden Employees Federal Credit Union, which is a division of the $1.1 billion USF Federal Credit Union in Temple Terrace, Fla. Kasch also served as vice president of business development and strategic alliances at the $2.4 billion Partners Federal Credit Union in Burbank, Calif.
"I'm humbled, honored and excited to accept the position of president/CEO of the Kentucky Credit Union League," Kasch said in a prepared statement. "This is a great opportunity for me to join a strong and thriving organization at a time when our industry is facing rising challenges. I'm confident the league will continue its tradition of delivering exceptional value to the Kentucky credit union community."
There are currently 56 credit unions headquartered in the Blue Grass State, according to the NCUA.
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