“Deep insight and clarity of purpose makes Jim an exceptional leader. His calming presence and attention the nuances of leadership - people - propel his team's success. Huge heart and desire to lift all voices for a better world makes working with him a joy.”
Jim Morrell, I-CUDE
Shelton, Washington, United States
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We're not taking our foot off the gas and we need your help letting lawmakers know #DontTaxMyCreditUnion.
We're not taking our foot off the gas and we need your help letting lawmakers know #DontTaxMyCreditUnion.
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People are the foundation of the #CUDifference, and the #CreditUnion industry is stronger working together to uplift more than 140 million Americans.…
People are the foundation of the #CUDifference, and the #CreditUnion industry is stronger working together to uplift more than 140 million Americans.…
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The #CreditUnion industry is coming together to tell lawmakers: #DontTaxMyCreditUnion. Our letter highlighted: ▪️The critical role of #CreditUnions…
The #CreditUnion industry is coming together to tell lawmakers: #DontTaxMyCreditUnion. Our letter highlighted: ▪️The critical role of #CreditUnions…
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Experience & Education
Licenses & Certifications
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International Credit Union Development Educator (I-CUDE)
World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU)
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Volunteer Experience
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Director
World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU)
- Present 11 months
Economic Empowerment
WOCCU is a global trade association and development agency for non-profit financial institutions. It promotes the sustainable development of credit unions and other financial cooperatives around the world, empowering people and communities through access to high-quality and affordable financial services. WOCCU aims to foster financial inclusion and economic development through the promotion and support of credit unions worldwide, across nearly 100 countries with over 400 million credit union…
WOCCU is a global trade association and development agency for non-profit financial institutions. It promotes the sustainable development of credit unions and other financial cooperatives around the world, empowering people and communities through access to high-quality and affordable financial services. WOCCU aims to foster financial inclusion and economic development through the promotion and support of credit unions worldwide, across nearly 100 countries with over 400 million credit union members.
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Mason County Citizens' Commission on Salaries for Elected Officials
Mason County, WA
- Present 1 year 3 months
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Board of Directors, Past Chair
WesPay
- Present 12 years 4 months
The leadership of WesPay is made up of representatives from member financial institutions across the region. We have balanced Board of Directors, with members representing institutions of all types and sizes.
As the oldest and one of the nation’s largest regional payments associations, WesPay is focused on helping its members grow and improve their use of electronic payments. The organization serves as advocates, educators and industry innovators, always looking for ways to move the…The leadership of WesPay is made up of representatives from member financial institutions across the region. We have balanced Board of Directors, with members representing institutions of all types and sizes.
As the oldest and one of the nation’s largest regional payments associations, WesPay is focused on helping its members grow and improve their use of electronic payments. The organization serves as advocates, educators and industry innovators, always looking for ways to move the industry forward. -
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Seattle Ambassador Advisory, Past Chair
Credit Unions for Kids
- Present 9 years 10 months
Children
Credit Unions for Kids is a nonprofit collaboration of credit unions, chapters, leagues/associations and business partners from across the country, engaged in fundraising activities to benefit 170 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Adopted as our movement’s charity of choice, credit unions are the 3rd largest sponsor of CMN Hospitals.
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Board Member
Economic Development Council of Mason County
- 2 years 3 months
Legislative Committee Chair
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Board of Directors, Past Chair
Community Foundation of South Puget Sound
- 10 years 1 month
The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound’s mission is to strengthen the communities we serve by connecting donors with causes that matter, making a difference now and for generations to come.
The Foundation manages charitable gifts and endowments of those who have entrusted us with their funds. The proceeds from their funds generate grants and scholarships today, while preserving resources for tomorrow’s community needs.
To fulfill its mission, The…The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound’s mission is to strengthen the communities we serve by connecting donors with causes that matter, making a difference now and for generations to come.
The Foundation manages charitable gifts and endowments of those who have entrusted us with their funds. The proceeds from their funds generate grants and scholarships today, while preserving resources for tomorrow’s community needs.
To fulfill its mission, The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound:
Connects…people who care with causes that matter to them. We offer flexible giving options and provide local stewardship of donated funds.
Contributes…to local communities through a strategic grantmaking program that is flexible, visionary and inclusive.
Collaborates…with other area nonprofits to address community needs.
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Board Member
Great Bend Center for Music
- 5 years 6 months
Arts and Culture
Making music not only attracts broad participation. It builds exactly the kinds of social networks that result in better economies, better schools and better neighborhoods. We just have to provide the opportunities.
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Financial Sustainability Task Force
City of Shelton - Washington
- 5 months
The Task Force will work directly with City leadership to develop a long-term, sustainable City budget.
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Vice Chair Board Of Directors
NACHA — The Electronic Payments Association
- 6 years
Promotesthe development of electronic solutions that improve the payments system for the benefit of its members and their customers.
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Executive Cabinet - Shelton YMCA Capital Campaign
South Sound YMCA
- 1 year 5 months
The Building Our Dream Executive Cabinet is charged with securing leadership level capital comittments to build a YMCA in Shelton.
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Steering Committee Member - Economic Development Strategic Plan
City of Shelton - Washington
- 6 months
The Steering Committee provides feedback on the development for an Economic Development Strategic Plan to guide the city’s economic growth over the next 5 years. The plan will provide a set of strategic initiatives to support business development, entrepreneurship, and workforce development. The plan also will focus on identifying methods to translate Shelton’s unique attributes into an array of competitive advantages.
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Board Member
Graduation Matters Shelton
- 2 years 2 months
Education
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Chairman - Poverty Task Force
City of Shelton - Washington
- 6 months
Poverty Alleviation
On July 8, 2013, the City of Shelton Commission authorized the formation of a volunteer citizens Poverty Task Force. The purpose was to collect data and develop facts in order to propose mitigations that will ease the impacts of poverty on people and business in Shelton. The Task Force delivered a 190 page report to the City Comission on December 16, 2013. You may find the report here: http://www.ci.shelton.wa.us/documents/Final%20Report%20with%20Appendices.pdf
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Chairman (2002-2005)
CUNA Technology Council Executive Committee
- 7 years
As Chair (2002-2005) Served as the primary representatifve for the CUNA Technology Council to the credit union and financial services industry, facilitated the growth of the council, and led the organization to be recognized as the industry leading voice for technology.
Honors & Awards
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The Russell L. Fenwick Award for Payments System Leadership
Wespay
The Russell L. Fenwick Award for Payments System Leadership is named for the late Bank of America executive who played a pivotal role in urging financial institutions across the country to adopt national rules and payments processing standards for the Automated Clearing House process. Mr. Fenwick was the first chair of CACHA (Wespay) and Nacha.
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President's Choice Award
Shelton Mason Chamber of Commerce
In recognition of remarkable contributions to the citizens of Mason County.
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WASA Certificate of Merit
Washington Association of School Administrators, ESD 113, & Shelton School District
Recognition of outstanding community and service to education and the young people of Washington.
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2010 Distinguisched Credit Union Professional
Washington Credit Union Foundation
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2008 Information Technology Executive of the Year
Credit Union Times
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Accomlished Under 40
Vancouver Business Journal
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2004 Class of Tomorrow's Leaders
Washington Credit Union League
Organizations
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Rotary Club of Salish Sea
Member
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St. Christopher Community Church
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Rotary Club of Shelton Skookum
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St. Paul Lutheran Church, Vancouver, WA
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St. James Lutheran Church, Portland, OR
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