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West Virginia Central Federal Credit Union President and CEO Mike Tucker announces retirement

West Virginia Central Federal Credit Union President and CEO Mike Tucker accepts a crystal bowl from board Treasurer Ken Watts after Tucker announces his retirement recently. (Photo Provided)

VIENNA – West Virginia Central Federal Credit Union President and CEO Mike Tucker retired after 33 years with the credit union, according to a release from WVCFCU.

Tucker celebrated his retirement during an event at the Grand Pointe Conference and Reception Center in Vienna recently.

The event recognized Tucker’s impact on the community and colleagues during his career tenure.

“My heart is filled with the joy of remembering the many friends and family who attended my retirement reception,” said Tucker in the release. “It was truly wonderful to see the faces of those who mean so much to me. I want to express my gratitude to the members, volunteers, and staff of WV Central for making the evening so special.”

Following the reception, the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation and the West Virginia Credit Union League Designated Fund received $7,500 and $2,500 in check presentations.

Tucker started in the credit union industry in 1983 at the West Virginia Credit Union League, according to the release. From there, he was promoted to vice president for education and training, then moved on as head of the local Bureau of the Public Debt Credit Union.

Tucker became the CEO of WVCFCU in 1994.

“Mike’s impact has reached well beyond his work at Central. He has been very active in the Parkersburg Chapter of Credit Unions and for over 25 years has represented the chapter on the board of the (West Virginia) Credit Union League,” said Board Treasurer Ken Watts. “He has served in all leadership positions within the League, including chairman on several occasions.”

During his time at WVCFCU, the company increased from 3,000 to over 24,000 members. The company’s assets also grew from $15 million to about $350 million.

“Mike possesses a unique, rare mix of humbleness combined with confidence and excellence,” said board Chairman Doug Reeder. “He is second to none in his care and consideration of the credit union member. He has brought great decision-making and the ability to guide and navigate through troubling times and adversity.”

According to the release, Tucker expressed support for his successor Cindy Turner.

“I am proud to see Cindy Turner move into the CEO role, as she will excel,” he said.

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