NEWPORT BEACH, CA (March 10, 2023) — NACUSO, the National Association of Credit Union Service Organizations, is announcing Jack Antonini’s retirement as President and CEO later in 2023. At the time of his retirement, he will have served as CEO for 13 years. During his tenure, NACUSO has grown its membership significantly, establishing relationships with CUSOs, credit unions, and FinTech entrepreneurs across the country. NACUSO’s annual Network Conference has become one of the most highly regarded events in the credit union system, with record attendance in 2022, and on track to set another record in 2023. Antonini also helped introduce the Next Big Idea Competition to help credit unions connect with innovative solutions that help them thrive. Jack’s retirement will be celebrated at the 2023 NACUSO Annual Network Conference in Las Vegas March 27-30, 2023.
“I have loved working with the wonderful people in the credit union movement while serving CUSOs and credit unions as the President and CEO of NACUSO. With the NACUSO team and Board of Directors we have advanced the role of innovation and collaboration in the credit union system,” said Antonini. “I expect NACUSO to continue its growth after I retire, and I am dedicated to helping with the transition.”
Jack’s leadership at NACUSO has positioned the entity as a leader in regulatory advocacy for CUSOs and the credit unions who invest in them. This has expanded NACUSO from an organization that provided education and advice to one that helps credit unions collaborate, innovate, and build business networks that amplifies the voice of credit unions and CUSOs and meets the changing needs of the credit union industry.
“Jack’s leadership has brought NACUSO to a next level of sophistication and engagement in the credit union industry,” said Ray Crouse, President at Skyla Financial Solutions at Skyla FCU and Chairman, NACUSO Board of Directors. “We thank Jack for the contributions he has made to NACUSO and our members and know they will long be regarded as critical years for positioning NACUSO as a key partner to credit unions, CUSOs, and the system as a whole.”
NACUSO has partnered with Humanidei to conduct the search for its next President/CEO. Jill Nowacki will lead the search. “After a thorough process, the NACUSO Search Committee selected Humanidei as our search partner,” said Nick Evens, President/CEO of Curql and NACUSO Search Committee Chair. “Jill’s knowledge of the credit union industry and her understanding of our vision for NACUSO helped set them apart. We are eager to find the next President/CEO of NACUSO who will carry us forward on the strong foundation Jack has helped us build.”
The National Association of Credit Union Service Organizations (NACUSO) is a leading advocate for the credit union movement, dedicated to advancing innovation, collaboration, and sustainability within the industry. With a diverse membership representing a wide range of credit union service organizations, NACUSO is committed to driving positive change and empowering credit unions to thrive in a dynamic financial landscape.
Shawna Luna
Head of Sustainability
shawna@nacuso.org
