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Kim Sponem Announced as Inductee to Legends of The Movement

November 20, 2024 As published by CU Insight on November 4, 2024.The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation’s Board of Directors has announced ten inaugural inductees to Legends of The Movement. Legends of The Movement recognizes and honors past and current credit union leaders in the state of Wisconsin for their service, commitment, and significant impact on The Credit Union Movement at the local and state level.

Inductees to Legends of The Movement include board chairs, credit union CEOs, and credit union board members. The 2024 honorees are:
  • Carol Adler, Retired President, Past League Board Chair, Past Foundation Board Chair, Marshfield Medical Center Credit Union
  • Mary Bliss, Retired EVP/COO, The Wisconsin Credit Union League
  • Eric Chrisinger, Retired President/CEO, Co-op Credit Union
  • Charles M. Grossklaus, Retired President/CEO, Royal Credit Union
  • Mary Lueneburg, Board Chairperson, Educators Credit Union
  • Dave Maves, Past Board Chairperson, WESTconsin Credit Union, posthumous
  • Mark Schroeder, Retired President/CEO, Corporate Central Credit Union, posthumous
  • Kim Sponem, CEO/President, Summit Credit Union
  • Pat Wesenberg, Past CEO/President, Past CUNA Chair, Past NCUF Vice Chair, Simplicity Credit Union, posthumous
  • Dan Wollin, Retired President, PCM Credit Union
"It is an honor to formally recognize the legendary impact these credit union leaders have made on The Movement in Wisconsin," said Lisa Palma, Chair of The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation. "We are indebted to their years of dedicated service upholding a mission and vision to improve the financial well-being of all Wisconsinites."
Legends of The Movement are honored with a permanent display at The Wisconsin Credit Union League’s Credit Union House in Madison. You might also be interested in Summit Credit Union was ranked in the top 4% nationally for financial returns to members, reflecting strong member value... From budgeting to saving, Summit helps you take control of your money and reduce stress for a secure future... Women’s Equality Day spotlights pay gaps, financial inequity, and the push to empower women through economic reform... Kim Sponem, CEO of Summit Credit Union, named 2025 United Way Campaign Chair, continuing her legacy of service... Summit Credit Union selected 12 inspiring women for its 2025 Fellowship, empowering entrepreneurs to grow and thrive... Summit’s “Equity in Money” initiative tackles the gender pay gap by boosting women’s financial confidence and security... Kim Sponem was named a “Legend of the Movement” for her visionary leadership and impact on the credit union industry... Kim Sponem, Summit Credit Union CEO, was appointed to TruStage’s Board of Directors, bringing decades of leadership experience... Summit’s Project Money program was featured in BRAVA, sharing expert tips to build financial confidence and security...