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      Credit Union Executive Search Firm

       

      Executives Matched To Your Culture & Core Values

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      At Cowen Partners Executive Search, we understand the tremendous responsibility credit unions carry in serving their members, and we match that responsibility with unmatched rigor. Our credit union recruiters take a proactive approach to candidate identification, giving clients a 96% success rate, a lightning-fast time-to-candidate of 38 days, and an industry-leading 1-year replacement guarantee. We don’t just fill roles; we deliver the leaders credit unions need to thrive.

      Credit Union Executive Search Firm | Credit Union Recruiters | Cowen Partners

       

      National Credit Union Executive Search Firm

       

       

      Credit union leaders must adapt to a new era in which members expect more from their credit unions. They must be prepared for this changing landscape and the challenges that come with it.

       

      While navigating in an increasingly complex regulatory environment, credit union leaders also need to find the right ways to engage their members and grow their institutions’ membership bases.

       

      Achieving these objectives will require strategic thinking and vibrant leadership skills that can keep pace with the changes occurring in today’s market. It’s clear that credit unions need new tools, strategies, and tactics to be successful.

      The Evolution of Credit Unions

       

      Credit unions today have an extraordinary opportunity to deepen their impact, and the institutions that seize it will be defined by the readiness of their leadership. Members expect more than financial products; they expect trusted partners who reflect their values and champion their financial well-being.

      Successful credit unions are expanding beyond traditional services to become true pillars of their communities. They are embracing digital innovation, deepening member relationships, and building leadership teams capable of driving sustainable growth. The question isn’t whether credit unions will evolve; it’s whether your institution will lead the way.

      At Cowen Partners Executive Search, we deliver the executives who make that vision possible.

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        SOME OF OUR PAST CREDIT UNION CLIENTS

        Credit Union Executive Search Placements

        VP Finance $1.4B Rural Credit Union

        Chief Technology Officer $1.4B Credit Union

        Compliance Officer $1.2B Credit Union

        Chief Lending Officer $1.7B Credit Union

        Chief Financial Officer $600M Credit Union

        VP Digital Transformation $2.3B Credit Union

        Chief Marketing Officer $5B Credit Union

        Chief Financial Officer $1.7B Credit Union

        Chief Lending Officer $1.2B Credit Union

        VP Marketing $3B Credit Union

        Chief Retail Officer $8B Credit Union

        Chief Financial Officer $3B Credit Union

        Chief Information Officer $3B Credit Union

        Chief People Officer $2B Credit Union

        The Credit Union Community’s Trusted Search Partner

        It takes an exceptional person to lead an institution that truly belongs to its members.

         

        Cowen Partners Executive Search is trusted by Credit Union Times, the premier publication of the credit union industry, as a go-to source on executive leadership and talent strategy. Our President and Co-Founder, Shawn Cole, is a recognized thought leader on all things CFO and is a regular contributor to Credit Union Times, CFO Dive, Forbes, and Fortune.

        His recent work covers the leadership questions credit unions can’t afford to ignore:

         

        Did you know that Cowen Partners Executive Search conducts more credit union searches per month than most search firms do in a year? We have a deep network of qualified credit union and financial services CFO candidates, and we know the market. Let us get to know your organization, and find the talent you need.

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        CREDIT UNION EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM

        Our hands-on financial services executive recruiters have extensive experience working with credit unions nationally. Clients typically have assets over one billion dollars. Successful placements span the entire C-Suite – CEO, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Technology Officer, Chief Lending Officer, and include vice president, general counsel, directors of the board, and other director-level leadership roles.

         

        Learn how we deliver top talent, no matter the need, with our industry-leading research and resources. Discover the strategy that made Cowen Partners the top retained executive search firm in New York, Chicago, Seattle, Atlanta, Anchorage, Dallas, Los Angeles, and beyond.

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        Every industry needs talent. We connect companies with in demand candidates who are prepared to take command of leadership roles. Click the role you need below to learn more about our process for finding and placing top talent, with a first candidate slate in 21 days from kickoff.

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        Companies Agree Our Process Works. Our Clients Have This To Say About Our Results

        You succeeded where many others failed; we are grateful for your key role in helping us hire a great candidate.

        CEO Healthcare

        I can’t believe you found someone so fast, yes we want them to start!

        CFO Bank

        I’m really impressed by all the qualified candidates, thank you so much

        SVP Chief People Officer

        I wanted to let you know we are very happy with your services, she has been great for us. Thank you for this assistance.

        CFO Credit Union

        I really appreciate your help finding someone for me and hope our paths cross again. I would definitely consider using you for a new search if I should have one. It was really easy to work with you.

        CFO Software Company

        Even after less than two months, it’s clear she is extremely well qualified and an excellent long term addition to our staff. We are very pleased to have her. Thanks for all the work you did to help make this possible.

        CEO Real Estate Company

        You are adamant in your search. I don’t think we have ever had a headhunter/recruiter so diligent on seeking out candidates as you are.

        VP HR Seafood Company

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