Celebrating Our Members: Credit Union Times 2025 Luminaries Award Winners

This month, several credit unions and individuals from The League’s footprint were recognized at the 2025 Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards. The ceremony, held at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort in Orlando, Florida, brought together leaders and partners for an evening of celebration, live music, and movie-themed surprises.

Our congratulations to the following organizations and leaders:

Community Impact
Credit Union ($4 billion and higher): VyStar Credit Union

Excellence in Marketing
($4 billion and higher): Delta Community Credit Union
($1 billion to $4 billion): Chartway Credit Union

Executive Leadership
CEO ($4 billion and higher): Christina O’Brien, Robins Financial Credit Union

Innovation in Technology
CTO/CIO of the Year: Dale Watkins, MAX Credit Union
AI / Cybersecurity / Mobile Banking: Addition Financial Credit Union
Technology Project or Rollout: VyStar Credit Union

Rising Stars
Individual ($4 billion and higher): Lindsey LeWinter, FAIRWINDS Credit Union

Congratulations to all honorees across our footprint. Your leadership and impact continue to elevate the movement.

Written by
Katie Bailey
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