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Susan Toalson McGinty is the Chief Growth & Advocacy Officer at the University of Illinois Community Credit Union, where she also serves as a certified financial coach.
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In her role, she manages the credit union’s mortgage and commercial lending departments, oversees its affinity relationship with the University of Illinois, and leads the partnership program that strengthens connections between the credit union, businesses and the community.
Susan is deeply passionate about the transformative power of financial literacy and is dedicated to bringing financial education to the workplace and her community, empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills to manage their money wisely and build stronger, more resilient communities. Her career reflects a lifelong commitment to fostering connections, collaboration, and personal growth.
Before joining the credit union, Susan served as Vice President for the Credit Union National Association, where she worked on the Creating Awareness Initiative, and as Executive Director of the Urbana Business Association.
A former teacher and proud United States Navy Reserves veteran, Susan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Leadership from Greenville College.
Susan is a proud mom of five, Yaya to four, and treasures her time with family, friends, and her community. She is passionate about building relationships especially on the tennis court, connecting incredible people, and helping individuals and organizations realize their full potential.
A proud Illini fan, Susan loves drawing inspiration from sports, community, and underdog stories to highlight the shared values that make credit unions so impactful.
