Distinguished Director Award Winners

Scott Burt2023 Award Winner

Scott Burt

Board Chair
Mountain America Credit Union

Sandy, Utah

Scott Burt stands as a pillar of long-standing leadership, having served as a dedicated director and chairman of the board at Mountain America Credit Union for an impressive 42 years. His remarkable leadership is epitomized by the exceptional growth of Mountain America CU under his guidance, catapulting the institution from $150 million to over $17 billion in assets while expanding its membership to more than 1 million individuals across six states. Scott's emphasis on recruiting top talent with transformational leadership qualities has been pivotal in establishing the credit union as a top-tier financial entity. His contributions extend far beyond the credit union, with a profound commitment to community impact, evidenced through a myriad of programs, partnerships, and initiatives to make a positive difference in people's lives. Furthermore, his investment in education has positively impacted countless individuals through scholarship initiatives and educational grant programs, solidifying his legacy as an influential figure in the credit union industry.

2022 Winner John Sackett

John Sackett

Board Member
Royal Credit Union

Eau Claire, Wisconsin

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2021 Distinguished Director Winner Joan Nelson

Joan Nelson

Board Chair
Coastal Credit Union

Raleigh, North Carolina

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Linda Carver
Linda Carver, CCD

Board Chair
America First Credit Union

Ogden, UT

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2019 Distinguished Director Winner Linda MedinaLinda Medina

Board Chair
Guadalupe Credit Union

Santa Fe, NM

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2018 Distinguished Director Winner James SackettJames Sackett

Director
Firefly Credit Union

Burnsville, MN

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2017 Distinguished Director Award Winner J. Marvin HawkJ. Marvin Hawk, CCD

Board Chair
Fort Knox Federal Credit Union

Radcliff, KY

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2016 Distinguished Director Award Winner Peter HaneltPeter Hanelt, CPA

Board Chair
Patelco Credit Union

Pleasanton, CA

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2015 Distinguished Director Winner Frank BrancaFrank Branca

Board Chair Director
Digital Federal Credit Union

Marlborough, MA

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2014 Distinguished Director Winner Howard WilliamsHoward Williams, CCD

Former Director
Fort Knox Federal Credit Union

Radcliff, KY

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2013 Distinguished Director Winner Ron SeamanRon Seaman

Board Chairman
SAFE Credit Union

North Highlands, CA

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2012 Distinguished Director Award Winner Marty GillisMartin D. Gillis, CCD

Chairman/Board
Windsor Family Credit Union

Windsor, Ontario, Canada

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