Katie BaileyLooking to gain real-world insights and candid career advice from those who’ve been in your shoes? Don’t miss the Lunch and Learn: CEO/Peer Panel happening at EMERGE on Friday, May 2, from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.
This powerful panel brings together accomplished credit union leaders who will share their career journeys, lessons learned, and what they wish they had known as emerging professionals. From starting out as tellers to leading credit unions and shaping strategy, their stories reflect the impact of perseverance, people-first leadership, and purpose-driven growth.
Meet the Panelists
Afton Pryor
Afton Pryor serves as the Community Development and Marketing Specialist at Peoples Advantage Federal Credit Union. Since joining as a teller in 2019, she has grown into a role that allows her to connect passion with purpose—uplifting communities and members through intentional outreach and authentic engagement. Afton’s story is a reminder that showing up with heart and hustle can lead to meaningful career growth.
Angela Smith
Angela Smith is the President and CEO of Fort McClellan Credit Union, where she leads strategic efforts across operations, lending, compliance, and financial reporting. With deep roots in credit union operations and a passion for leadership development, Angela is known for cultivating strong teams and building cultures that center on service and stewardship.
Dustin Gothard
Dustin Gothard is the Director of Sales and Service at ValleyStar Credit Union and has more than 10 years of experience in the financial industry. Starting his career as a teller, Dustin worked his way up by focusing on people-first service, internal growth, and team development. A University of Alabama graduate with a degree in Finance, he brings a mix of industry knowledge and real-world relatability to every conversation.
Saqueya Moore
Saqueya Moore is a Product Specialist at Virginia Credit Union with a decade of experience in fraud, digital banking, and credit card services. She’s served in several leadership roles within the credit union system, including as Chair of the Virginia League’s Emerging Professionals Committee. Saqueya is also an active community advocate, lending her voice and expertise to organizations like GiSTEM Inc. and ChamberRVA’s HYPE program.
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