HALTON CREDIT UNION - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- CEO
- Secretary
- Board Officer ( Secretary ) and Chief Executive Officer ( CEO )
Bio
I have been actively involved in the Credit Union movement in Halton for over 25 years both as a volunteer and a member of staff and helped to develop the Credit Union into the organisation you know today.
I am the Chief Executive Officer with ultimate responsibility in ensuring that the Credit Union meets its obligations in its objectives to both its members and the regulators.
Job Titles:
- Director
- Board Officer ( Minute Secretary )
Bio
I became a member of Halton Credit Union 15 years ago when I worked for Halton CU Forum on a Corporate Appointee Project funded by Halton Borough Council and I have been a Director for 15 years. Currently I work for the NHS at Warrington and Halton Hospitals. Pre 2000 I was a Civil Servant for seven years working in Manchester for Sector Fraud and then in Widnes helping benefit claimants maximise their benefits.
I have developed and enhanced many skills during my working life, these include good attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively with people from all walks of life in a non-judgemental way.
I believe in developing the Governance of Halton Credit Union in a positive and constructive way.
Job Titles:
- Compliance Officer
- Board Officer
Bio
My name is Julie Greenwood, I am married and have 2 children and 3 grand children. I first became involved as a credit union volunteer in Wigan in 1989. In 1990, I was employed as a credit union development worker, responsible for establishing and supporting 8 credit unions in Wigan borough.
Prior to this I was a part time youth worker for Wigan MBC. In 1996 I was approached by a community worker in Runcorn to support the credit union based in Widnes and to train a team of volunteers that were setting up a credit union in Runcorn. In 2002 when the credit unions merged to form Halton Credit Union I joined the Board and have served in the role of Supervisor and Board member.
I continue to serve as a director because I believe in the ethos and principles of credit unions. I am currently employed as a Branch Manager of Unify Credit Union's Chorley office.
In my spare time I enjoy reading, watching TV, knitting and supporting Liverpool FC. I have a good sense of humour and have the reputation of being a bit of a practical joker.
Job Titles:
- Treasurer
- Board Officer ( Treasurer )
Bio
Leigh has worked in the social housing sector for 31 years and the last 13 years and the Finance Manager for Liverpool Housing Trust. The company recently rearranged the structure which allowed Leigh to take early retirement, to persue different avenues of interest. Leigh is currently chair of governors at Anfield Road Primary School. More recently, Leigh, has joined the Community Land Trust Forum
Job Titles:
- Credit Control Manager
- Director
Job Titles:
- Chairman
- Director - Chair
Bio
I worked for Liverpool City Council for 27 years and for Liverpool Housing Trust (LHT) for 13 years, the majority of my working life was spent in Housing and Regeneration, a job I really enjoyed. It was through my work at LHT that I got to meet the team at Halton Credit Union.
When I retired in 2017 I was asked to join the Board. I was delighted to have a role supporting Halton Credit Union and its valuable work and over the past 5 years have helped review policies and support Senior officers develop the strategic direction of the Credit Union.
At the 2023 Annual General Meeting I was nominated to be Chair of our Board, I am very pleased to be trusted with this responsibility and excited about our future plans to support members and ensure the Credit Union thrives.
In my spare time I love gardening, pottery and a good Netflix series
Job Titles:
- Compliance Officer
- Director
- Vice Chair
Job Titles:
- Development Manager
- Director
- Director & Marketing
Bio
Since leaving university in 1998 I have worked in the voluntary sector as both a volunteer and an employee. Living locally I am familiar with the area as well as the needs of the borough from a grass roots perspective. I also enjoy meeting people and engaging with the community.
I have been employed by Halton Credit Union for over 17 years. In my current role as Marketing and Membership Development Manager my main responsibilities are: overseeing the Code of Governance, ensuring that HCU is compliant and that all organisational policies and procedures are active and up to date; the creation, implementation and management of HCU's Membership Development Plan; general marketing, multi-media and promotional/informational literature.
As an NVQ Assessor and Administrator for the ABCUL Academy I will be responsible for all Staff, Volunteers and Board training sourcing learning modules for each individual and determining learning paths' dependent on their role with the Credit Union.
In my free time I love to spend time with my friends and family and equally enjoy travelling, camping and attending festivals.
My partner and I are also members of Pug Pride of Liverpool (a dog breed owner site for people and their pugs) we enjoy group walks, events and holidays - it's so funny seeing dozens of portly pugs trundling around together, grunting as one big happy grumble!