VANCOUVER, B.C., October 30, 2025 – On Thursday, November 20, Priyal Thakrar will join Central 1 Credit Union as incoming Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and will transition into the full role as CFO on December 1, 2025. Priyal Thakrar brings nearly 30 years of strategic financial and operational leadership experience across the financial services and public sectors. In his most recent...
This International Credit Union Day, we celebrate this year’s theme “Cooperation for a Prosperous World.” It’s a timely reflection of the cooperation that drives credit unions in building a more open, innovative and inclusive financial ecosystem in Canada. That spirit was front and centre at Momentum , Central 1’s annual conference, where over 400 credit union leaders, fintech innovators, and...
This International Credit Union Day, we celebrate this year’s theme “Cooperation for a Prosperous World.” It’s a timely reflection of the cooperation that drives credit unions in building a more open, innovative and inclusive financial ecosystem in Canada. That spirit was front and centre at Momentum , Central 1’s annual conference, where over 400 credit union leaders, fintech innovators, and...
On October 21, Daniel (Dan) Semmens will be joining Central 1 as our new Chief Technology Officer. Dan is coming to Central 1 from ATB Financial where he has been serving as the Chief Data and AI Officer and Head of Banking at ATB Financial. Dan has also held a number of other leadership roles at ATB, supporting various technology...
The countdown to Momentum is on! We’re less than five weeks away from timely discussions, practical takeaways, and meaningful connections, all in the stunning setting of Whistler’s Fairmont Chateau. For this year’s conference, we’ve put together a dynamic program, packed with industry-leading voices covering the major topics in financial services. What you can expect: Expert speakers from organizations including Visa,...
VANCOUVER, August 28, 2025 – Central 1 Credit Union (Central 1) today reported its 2025 second quarter financials, reflecting strong results in the treasury line of business and investments for growth of the payments line of business. “Our results are showing steady performance for 2025, reflecting the renewed focus on our core payments and treasury lines of business since transferring...
VANCOUVER, July 16, 2025 – Central 1 Credit Union (Central 1) announced today that Emma Hider, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), will be leaving Central 1 in the fourth quarter of 2025. “After much consideration, Emma has made the decision to leave Central 1, and will remain in the role to support the transition,” said Sheila Vokey, Central 1 President &...
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