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Westerra Credit Union announces Jared Dryer as vice president of consumer lending

DENVER, CO (February 9, 2021)

Jared Dryer has joined Westerra Credit Union as Vice President of Consumer Lending. Dryer will lead Westerra’s consumer business line, specifically overseeing strategy for the credit union’s tech-forward, multi-channel growth in products and services. Dryer looks forward to optimizing member and employee experiences by applying his deep understanding of consumer behaviors and trends.

“Westerra is a on a journey to become a digital-first enterprise. We know that bringing on Jared to help conduct this charge is a monumental step in achieving that goal in delivering consumer loan products,” stated Jason Sasena, Westerra Chief Lending Officer. “Jared is a progressive leader with a wealth of knowledge in the consumer services space. We look forward to everything Jared is sure to accomplish for our members and the lending team.”

Dryer has served in many leadership positions, most recently as Senior Director of Consumer Services at Bellco Credit Union. Within that role, Dryer managed all of Consumer Lending, Real Estate and Consumer Deposit portfolios and strategies.

“It is truly an honor to be a part of Westerra Credit Union and joining in their commitment to meeting members’ needs,” said Dryer. “I look forward to working with the team on the digital-first mindset and improving Westerra’s online platform. Together, we can offer more convenient banking tools with constant attention to updates, giving our members even further control over their own banking needs.”

Dryer holds an MBA in Strategic Leadership from Amberton University in Texas and graduated with honors from the Western CUNA Management School in Claremont, CA.


About Westerra Credit Union

Founded in Denver 1934 by eight schoolteachers, Westerra lives into its purpose “We exist to teach one another to prosper” by focusing on meaningful relationships, helping individuals, families and businesses meet their financial goals, and positively impacting lives through financial education. Westerra holds approximately $2-billion in assets, is member-owned and serves 110,000 members across the Denver metro area. Each individual depositor at Westerra is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) up to $250,000, and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States government. For more information, visit www.westerracu.com. Equal Housing Opportunity. Credit Union membership qualifications required. Credit qualifications may apply. All loans subject to final credit approval. All Credit Union loan programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change at any time without notice.

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