In this episode of BioTalk, we welcome Rick Wieczorek, President and CEO of the NIH Federal Credit Union (NIHFCU), to discuss how credit unions like NIHFCU are uniquely positioned to support the biohealth and healthcare communities. With over 40 years of industry experience, Rick shares his journey from teller to CEO and reflects on NIHFCU's 85-year history, its mission-driven approach to service, and the importance of tailoring financial solutions to meet the needs of life science professionals. He also explains the benefits of membership, the value of the NIHFCU "At Work" program for employers, and how the credit union's "Banking with Heart" philosophy is making a difference across the BioHealth Capital Region.
Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.
Rick Wieczorek has been in the credit union industry for over 40 years and currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of the NIH Federal Credit Union. Since taking the helm in 2013, he has focused on making NIHFCU the preferred provider of financial services for the healthcare and biomedical communities. His previous roles include President and CEO of Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union and CFO of NRL Federal Credit Union, where he became recognized as an expert in asset liability management and wealth strategy. Rick has also served as Chairman of the MD|DC Credit Union Association Board of Directors. A graduate of George Mason University with an MBA from George Washington University, Rick began his career as a teller and brings deep expertise and passion to his leadership in mission-driven financial services.
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