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Consumers Credit Union Announces Board of Directors Election Results

Released April 1, 2025

Lake Forest, IL - Consumers Credit Union (CCU; $4.0 Billion, Lake Forest, IL) today announced the results of the 2025 election for its Board of Directors. Nominated candidates were considered and voted on by members of the credit union at its annual meeting on March 12.  

Incumbent directors Bill Attea, Frank Soyka (Board Treasurer) and Frankie Masi were re-elected to 3-year terms. Nick Espinosa was elected as a new board member. George Abraham, Miten Champaneri, Derek Christopher, James Mahnich and Melanie Meidel have accepted one-year terms as Associate board members.  

“Throughout our history, Consumers Credit Union has benefited from the guidance of our Board of Directors, whose diverse perspectives and substantial business experience are invaluable in advising our leadership team,” said Sean Rathjen, CCU’s Chief Executive Officer. 

About Consumers Credit Union  

Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Lake Forest, IL, Consumers Credit Union (CCU) has $4 billion in assets and serves more than 260,000 members – one of the largest credit unions in the state. CCU believes that nobody needs banks on every corner, but everyone needs people who are in their corner. To learn more about CCU’s products and services, or for information on how to join, visit www.myconsumers.org.