2023 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.
Previous Winners
John Sackett
Board Member
Royal Credit Union
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
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Joan Nelson
Board Chair
Coastal Credit Union
Raleigh, North Carolina
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Linda Medina
Board Chair
Guadalupe Credit Union
Santa Fe, NM
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James Sackett
Director
Firefly Credit Union
Burnsville, MN
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J. Marvin Hawk, CCD
Board Chair
Fort Knox Federal Credit Union
Radcliff, KY
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Peter Hanelt, CPA
Board Chair
Patelco Credit Union
Pleasanton, CA
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Frank Branca
Board Chair Director
Digital Federal Credit Union
Marlborough, MA
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Howard Williams, CCD
Former Director
Fort Knox Federal Credit Union
Radcliff, KY
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Ron Seaman
Board Chairman
SAFE Credit Union
North Highlands, CA
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Martin D. Gillis, CCD
Chairman/Board
Windsor Family Credit Union
Windsor, Ontario, Canada
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