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Allegacy Federal Credit Union announces new vice president
WINSTON-SALEM, NC (September 4, 2014) — Allegacy Federal Credit Union, one of the largest credit unions in North Carolina, announced that Robert Thomas has recently joined the Allegacy Business Solutions team.
Thomas, named vice president of commercial banking, has 30 years’ experience in every facet of retail and commercial financial industry. Thomas is responsible for Allegacy Business Solutions’ line of commercial services, expanding and improving business products and strengthening relationships with Allegacy members and the community.
Most recently, Thomas served as a consultant for banks, borrowers and investors focusing on business development, best practices and implementation. Thomas holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Appalachian State University and received extensive training from the North Carolina School of Banking. He has volunteered with many nonprofit organizations and currently serves on the Alumni Board of Advisors and the Business School Board of Advisors for Lees-McRae College.
“Rob’s expertise aligns perfectly with Allegacy’s dedication to strategic enhancements for our retail and commercial business partners,” said Rick Leander, president and managing director of Allegacy Business Solutions. “At Allegacy, we are committed to helping businesses achieve results through extensive collaboration, ultimately helping them make smart financial choices.”
Thomas operates an office out of the Allegacy Charlotte location on 1900 Randolph Road and the Winston-Salem headquarters located 1691 Westbrook Plaza Drive.
Allegacy is one of the largest credit unions in North Carolina, with members throughout the world. Founded in 1967 in Winston-Salem, Allegacy has a broad membership base open to anyone in our community. Current members also include the employees, retirees and families of over 600 companies throughout the country. Allegacy offers virtually all personal and business financial services. Allegacy Financial Centers are concentrated in the Triad area with 15 convenient locations and eight high school student-run credit unions in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School system. For more information, visit AllegacyFCU.org.