January 24, 1983, I walked into the small, second floor office at 179 Post Road West for the first time as an employee. I had been there before, having been a member since 1971, but this was different. Little did I know that this would turn into a lifetime commitment. Now, almost 38 years later, I am retiring.
So much has changed since that time. We were a small, back-office operation with four employees working in less than 500 square feet of rented space. Our services were basic and we were around $8,000,000 in total assets. As I write this, I am sitting in my office in the Credit Union owned building, over 2100 square feet and three levels. Our Assets now total nearly $26,000,000 and we are a full-service Financial Institution for consumers.
I am very proud of what we have accomplished over the years. I have had the privilege of working with dozens of people, both paid staff and volunteers who have worked tirelessly to build this credit union into the success that it is today. I know that it will carry on for many years to come. I am confident that Shaun Mee will carry on this legacy with the assistance of Antonia Perez and the rest of the staff and volunteers.
I would like to thank the members for the confidence they have had in us. There are always many choices for financial services, and I am proud that they have chosen us over the years.
On a final note, I would like to say that I will not be vanishing entirely. I will be staying local for time being and will be available for consulting as needed. Once again, it has been an Honor and a Privilege to work with all of you for the last 38 years. Thank You.
