Members 1st Recognized as 2025 Luminaries Awards Finalists In Multiple Categories

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Members 1st Federal Credit Union is thrilled to announce that three of its leaders and initiatives are finalists in the 2025 Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards. This year, 30 credit unions nationwide are finalists in the program. The award celebrates changemakers who drive progress, advance financial well-being and make a lasting impact on the credit union movement. 

Members 1st finalists include: 

  • CIO of the Year – Garth Pricer 
    Recognized for strengthening fraud prevention and delivering secure, member-first digital solutions that create seamless experiences. 
  • Excellence in Marketing – “Around the House” 
    A short-form video series that educates and empowers first-time homebuyers through accessible, community-driven financial education. 
  • Executive Leadership – CEO, Michael Wilson 
    Celebrated for visionary leadership that has fueled growth, advanced advocacy and expanded Members 1st’s impact within its footprint. 

“This recognition is truly a reflection of the heart and dedication of our entire Members 1st faM1ly,” said Karen Roland, Chief Marketing Officer. “From Garth’s work to strengthen fraud prevention and protect our members, to the creativity behind ‘Around the House’ that helps first-time homebuyers feel confident, to Michael’s visionary leadership that continues to grow our impact, we are so proud to see our people and our purpose recognized. It is both humbling and inspiring, and it drives us to keep moving the credit union movement forward with passion and purpose.” 

Winners of the 2025 Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards will be announced at the 4th annual awards dinner on November 6, 2025. 

View the full list of finalists: https://www.cutimes.com/2025/08/28/2025-cu-times-luminaries-awards-finalists-announced/  

About Members 1st Federal Credit Union: 

Celebrating 75 years of service, Members 1st Federal Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution with more than 600,000 members and $8 billion in assets. With its administrative headquarters in Enola, PA, Members 1st serves its members and communities through its network of nearly 60 branch locations throughout Adams, Berks, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lehigh, Lycoming, Northampton, Perry and York counties, as well as its robust digital banking and call center channels. As Members 1st honors its 75-year milestone, the organization remains committed to building stronger communities and meaningful relationships. To learn more about Members 1st, visit members1st.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X. 

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