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Rutland, VT — Heritage Family Credit Union has selected David Walters to serve as Chief Lending Officer.
He was placed by DDJ Myers, the well-known executive search and leadership development firm.
“We’re thrilled to welcome David to the Heritage Family Credit Union team,” says Chris Gomez, Chief Executive Officer. “His deep industry knowledge, lending leadership, and expertise will help us provide affordable, high-quality loans to more members, helping families prosper across the communities we serve.”
Walters brings more than 20 years of credit union lending and leadership experience to his new role, providing him with a broad perspective on lending strategy, credit risk, operations, and member relationships.
Prior to joining Heritage Family, Walters served as Chief Lending Officer for 4Front Credit Union. He also previously served as Vice President of Lending at Blaze Credit Union. Throughout his career, Walters has focused on building strong lending organizations that combine sustainable growth with sound credit quality, operational discipline, innovation, and a strong commitment to member financial well-being.
“I’m very excited to join Heritage Family Credit Union and become part of an organization with such a strong commitment to its members and the communities it serves,” says Walters. “There is already a very strong foundation here, which I’m looking forward to building on with the team. Together, I’m confident we will enhance our lending capabilities and create even greater value for our members.”
Walters earned both his Master of Arts in Organizational Management and Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Ashford University. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Walters enjoys outdoor activities, working out, riding bikes, and hiking. He and his wife like traveling to warm sandy beaches, walking their 2 dogs, and spending time with their kids. David is also passionate about giving back to the communities served by credit unions and supporting the financial well-being of members and their families.
“Working with DDJ Myers was an excellent experience. Their team brought a thoughtful, structured approach to the process while taking the time to understand both my background and what I was looking for in my next leadership opportunity. They were professional, communicative, and supportive throughout the process, and I appreciated their commitment to making sure there was a strong fit between Heritage Family Credit Union and me. I’m grateful for their guidance and partnership in helping bring this opportunity together,” says Walters.
About Heritage Family Credit Union
In 1956, a group of GE employees came together in Ludlow, Vermont to form Heritage Family Credit Union with a total of $800 in deposits for the first month. 7 decades later, Heritage Family Credit Union is constantly looking for new and innovative ways to provide our members with the most current, convenient and beneficial services. The credit union serves members in Vermont, New Hampshire, New York, and Massachusetts, with a full line of personal and business accounts; mortgages, home equity loans, credit cards, auto loans, commercial real estate, and more. For more information, visit hfcuvt.com.
About DDJ Myers, an ALM First Company
For more than 30 years, DDJ Myers has served as a trusted advisor to high-performing organizations, guiding them through complex challenges such as leadership alignment, cultural transformation, and governance excellence. Recognized as industry thought leaders in change management and leadership development, the team is committed to cultivating the next generation of visionary leaders.
DDJ Myers joined forces with ALM First, a strategic partner that offers depositories an array of financial advisory services, in 2022 to provide expanded educational opportunities and solutions to help clients optimize both people and financial performance. Learn more at www.ddjmyers.com or visit our parent company www.almfirst.com.
