Outstanding Chief Executive Award Winners

2024 Award Winner

April Clobes

President/CEO
MSU Federal Credit Union

East Lansing, Michigan

April Clobes, President/CEO of MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU), has been honored with the 2024 Outstanding Chief Executive Award for her visionary leadership and dedication to the credit union movement. Since becoming CEO in 2015, she has led MSUFCU to tremendous growth, with assets increasing by $2.85 billion over the last three years. April has fostered a culture of continuous learning and professional development, encouraging employees to pursue education and certifications while advancing the credit union’s mission of supporting both members and staff.

Under April’s leadership, MSUFCU has made significant strides in member financial success, saving members over $28 million in interest and helping them earn $24 million in dividends in 2023 alone. She has also spearheaded innovation through initiatives like The Lab at MSUFCU, which focuses on fintech advancements, and the Reseda Group, which partners with fintech companies to enhance credit union services nationwide.

April’s impact extends beyond MSUFCU to the broader community and industry. She serves on numerous boards, promotes financial literacy, and ensures MSUFCU remains at the forefront of innovation and service excellence. Her outstanding leadership has made a lasting difference for members, employees, and the credit union industry.