Outstanding Chief Executive

Award Overview

The CUES Outstanding Chief Executive award is presented annually to a credit union industry professional who has rendered exceptional service and/or made outstanding contributions to strengthen their credit union and/or the industry. 

Who is Eligible?

Candidates must:

• Be a current CUES member during the nomination year 
• Be nominated by a current CUES member  
• Currently serve as Chief Executive Officer at a credit union  
• Have rendered exceptional service and/or made outstanding contributions to strengthen their credit union and/or the industry 
• Have not received this recognition previously  

This award is bestowed at the discretion of the CUES Board of Directors, subject to criteria requested on the proposed nominee. *Current CUES board members are not eligible for this award.
 

Applications

Applications are now open. The deadline to apply is June 13, 2025. 

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What Does the Winner Receive?

Prizes include:  

• Complimentary registration to CUES Symposium 
• In-person recognition and trophy presentation at CUES Symposium 
• $1,000 to the charity of your choice   
   

Recognition: 

• In addition to the above, winners will be celebrated through: 
• A featured article on cumanagment.com 
• Promotion on CUES channels 
• An in-person interview with CUES CEO, Heather McKissick, focusing on leadership and contributions to the credit union industry 
   

Questions?

If you have any additional questions please email awards@cues.org.

Note: CUES will document any certifications or educational events that the nominee has completed with us. We will also review the credit union’s financial statements for the last three years. This information is provided by the NCUA.