Virginia Beach, VA (September 23, 2024)—Chartway is pleased to announce Steven Lee has joined the credit union as its new chief lending officer and will oversee our consumer, real estate and business lending, as well as our payments group. Steven brings a wealth of expertise to this role and is known for his innovative approach to risk management, financial strategy, and organizational growth. His focus will include continual advancement of Chartway’s lending strategies for ongoing growth, portfolio management, and member service.

Steven is a seasoned financial services executive with over two decades of experience leading transformative initiatives and fostering innovation within global enterprises. With a proven track record of driving growth and economic stability, Steven has held key leadership roles at top institutions such as Bellco Credit Union, First Tech Federal Credit Union, and Citibank. His expertise in guiding diverse teams, optimizing operations, and delivering strategic outcomes has positively impacted the community and consistently resulted in long-term success and organizational excellence.

“We’re thrilled to have Steven join our team,” said Brian Schools, president & CEO of Chartway Credit Union. “His extensive experience and forward-thinking approach will further strengthen our lending platform, and his focus on growth, innovation, and risk management will be key as we continue to enhance the value we provide to our members and reach our strategic milestones. Steven’s member-centric approach aligns perfectly with our commitment to unlocking the potential of individuals and families so they can thrive.”

“I am excited to join Chartway and collaborate with such a dedicated, talented team,” said Lee. “Chartway’s unwavering commitment to its members and its culture of growth and innovation create the perfect environment for advancing positive change in financial services. I look forward to building on the credit union’s achievements and contributing to its continued success and future growth, which will truly benefit the communities we serve.”

Steven holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management and Management Information Science from California State University.

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About Chartway

Since 1959, Chartway has been unlocking the potential of individuals and families so they can thrive. Member-owned and values-driven, our $2.9 billion credit union proudly serves more than 230,000 members with branches in Utah, Texas, and Virginia. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions, included on American Banker’s Top Credit Union to Work For list, and received numerous other top workplace and best credit union accolades. Reflecting a bright way forward, our charitable arm – the Chartway Promise Foundation – has granted nearly $15 million to provide medically fragile children and their families memorable experiences that bring joy, hope, and smiles. For information on our vibrant organization, please visit www.Chartway.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.