Capitola, CA – May 30, 2024 – Bay Federal Credit Union announced the promotion of Trisha Bennett to Vice President of Enterprise Applications and Project Management Office. This promotion comes on the heels of two successful milestones in Ms. Bennett’s career — earning her Project Management Professional certification from The Project Management Institute and being awarded the Credit Union’s 2023 Service Excellence Award.

Ms. Bennett joined the Credit Union in 2019, where she began as Assistant Vice President of Enterprise Application and Project Management Office. During her tenure she demonstrated exemplary leadership and project management skills. Her contributions have been significant in streamlining Bay Federal’s operational efficiency and fortifying capabilities to deliver superior service to members.

“I am excited for this opportunity to provide guidance amongst systems, applications, and project management processes, all while supporting our greater strategic initiatives,” stated Ms. Bennett.

Ms. Bennett was born and raised in Santa Cruz County. She graduated from University of California, Davis, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Wildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology, and obtained her Business Analysis Certification from the University’s extension program.

When she isn’t working, Ms. Bennett serves on the board of the local Pescadero Arts and Fun Festival and is secretary of the Pescadero Community Foundation. In addition to traveling, she enjoys spending time with her family in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Due to an immense soft spot for animals, Ms. Bennett and her family have two loving rescue cats and two rescue dogs who join them on their adventures.

About Bay Federal Credit Union

Bay Federal Credit Union is a full-service, not-for-profit financial institution that serves over 86,000 members and 2,400 local businesses throughout Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey counties. With more than $1.6 billion in assets, Bay Federal is the largest member-owned financial institution in the region. The organization has been proudly serving its members and the community since 1957. Bay Federal is a certified Community Development Financial Institution, with a primary mission of promoting community development alongside their financial activities. Bay Federal has an award-winning employee volunteer program in which employees have given their own money and volunteer for numerous local schools, nonprofit organizations, and community events each year.

Contact: Amy Ivey, SVP, Chief Marketing Officer Bay Federal Credit Union 831.477.8409 aivey@bayfed.com