In this special holiday episode of Credit Unions, Coffee & Conversation, we’re revisiting some of the most thoughtful reflections on leadership from across the podcast. These voices — both seasoned executives and rising young professionals — share unique perspectives on what it means to lead with purpose, vision and authenticity.

Featured voices (in order):

• Deleanna Allen
• Mike Reuter
• John Ballantyne
• Kate Hall
• Lamont Black
• Dylan Bloniarz
• Cathie Mahon
• Josh Herman
• Jeff Rendel
• Julia (Patty's daughter)
• Tiffany Ford
• Sati Smith

Whether you're revisiting familiar voices or hearing these insights for the first time, we hope they inspire and energize your leadership journey heading into the new year.

This episode, Patty Corkery sits down with Karen Browne, CEO of TBA Credit Union, to talk about leadership, the success of TBA's student-run credit unions and why staying grounded in purpose is key to long-term success.

This episode, Patty Corkery chats with Dr. Lamont Black — finance professor and founder of Wide Open Ventures — about how emerging technologies like AI and the stablecoin are shaping the future of finance, and how credit unions fit in.

This episode, Patty Corkery talks with Pankaj “PK” Kulshreshtha, CEO of Scienaptic, about how AI is transforming credit union lending. PK shares insights on responsible AI, empowering lenders with better data and how credit unions can use technology to expand access to credit while protecting members.

This episode, Patty Corkery sits down with John Ballantyne, Founder and CEO of Tru Treasury, to unpack what treasury management really means and how credit unions are stepping up to serve the business community. From Tru Treasury’s origin story to its recognition as 2025 CUSO of the Year, John shares how collaboration and clarity are reshaping the way credit unions support their business members.

This episode, Patty Corkery welcomes Jeff Rendel, President of Rising Above Enterprises, and Paul Marston, COO of Performance Solutions. The conversation centers on what makes credit union leadership effective in today’s environment, as well as a preview of CUSG's upcoming Leadership Forum.

This episode, Patty Corkery chats with Dylan Bloniarz, AVP, Director of Marketing at Embers Credit Union. A lifelong credit union professional, Dylan shares his journey through the movement and how he’s helping Embers stand out with bold, creative marketing that speaks to Gen Z and stays true to the credit union mission.

This episode, Inclusiv CEO Cathie Mahon joins Patty Corkery to talk about why inclusion needs to be more than just a buzzword and how credit unions rooted in their communities are uniquely positioned to close financial access gaps and deliver impact where it’s needed most.