Capitola, CA – June 17, 2024 – Bay Federal’s Senior Vice President and Chief Experience Officer, Ryan Cash, has graduated from the Credit Union Executives Society (CUES) CEO Institute, a highly concentrated program for credit union leaders.

Considered to be a top-notch educational experience that combines the best curriculum from leading business schools across the nation, The CEO Institute equips students to tackle any challenges or opportunities that come their way. The program consists of one-week sessions held over the course of three years.

At the CEO Institute, Mr. Cash engaged in interactive presentations, collaborated on exercises, and delved into case studies focused on key executive leadership topics.

“I’m grateful for the opportunity to have attended the CUES CEO Institute. Not only was I able to learn from some of the finest business school faculty in the country, I was also able to learn and interact with some of the brightest minds in the credit union industry,” said Mr. Cash. “I look forward to applying the knowledge I gained to Bay Federal’s growth and prosperity, enhancing services to our members and community alike.”

Completing this course earned Mr. Cash the status of Certified Chief Executive signifying his ongoing commitment to professional development and a level of expertise recognized industry-wide.

“I am deeply impressed with Ryan and his dedication to this course over the last three years,” stated Carrie Birkhofer, Bay Federal President and CEO. “Investing in leaders like Ryan exemplifies our commitment to fostering a strong leadership culture at the Credit Union, ultimately ensuring exceptional service delivery for our members.”

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