Rich Head, Vice President of Information Technology at Linn Area Credit Union, earned the Certified Credit Union Executive (CCUE) designation as a member of the graduating class of CUNA Management School, which was held July 12-21, 2021. Head graduated with high honors.
“On behalf of Credit Union National Association, I want to congratulate Rich Head on completing the substantial undertaking that is CUNA Management School,” said James Carrick, vice president of blended learning at CUNA. “Over the three-year program, he has mastered the art of credit union leadership, proven his capacities as an executive and developed a unique, clear vision for success. I look forward to seeing how he will transform the movement.”
CUNA Management School prepares attendees for roles as credit union leaders through three years of projects, activities, examinations and expert instruction. Studying under professors from the University of Wisconsin School of Business, participants learn about an enormous range of topics, including management, financials, internal controls, crisis management and organizational behavior.
By completing all three years of the school, three exams, two projects and an oral presentation, attendees earn the Certified Credit Union Executive (CCUE) designation, which signifies knowledge of and readiness for credit union leadership. Head was one of 78 attendees to graduate with a designation this year.
“We are proud of Rich’s accomplishment, and we look forward to his continued contributions to Linn Area Credit Union,” said Paula O’Rourke, President/CEO of Linn Area Credit Union. “Over the past 10 years, Rich has been instrumental in driving our technological initiatives, which has allowed us to grow our organization and be prepared to serve our members in today’s challenging environment.”