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Diversity in all its forms helps us improve the lives of our members, our employees and the communities we serve. Credit unions were born from people coming together to pool their resources and provide each other with credit and financial guidance. This cooperative structure means equity and inclusivity are inherently built into credit unions, providing a welcoming, supportive environment for all.At Summit, we strive to demonstrate our inclusive spirit. Our team establishes a true sense of belonging by embodying diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). We embrace strategies to ensure different identities and abilities are present in our organization and membership base. We focus on continuous improvement to ensure we provide universal access to opportunities. We see you. We are strengthening a culture that welcomes and values everyone. We want you to feel heard. You are fully accepted and are a part of this greater community. Summit strives to honor and nurture each of our unique experiences, perspectives and identities to create a truly inclusive and equitable environment for our employees, members and communities. Together, we can prove how a commitment to a welcoming, trusting and diverse culture is our strength. We recognize that our strength as a company is directly dependent on our commitment to developing a welcoming atmosphere for individuals from a variety of:
  • Racial and Ethnic Groups
  • Gender Identities
  • Sexual Orientations 
  • Generational Groups
  • Family Statuses
  • Multilingual Groups
  • Physical and Cognitive Abilities

"We are better and stronger when we hire, seek, share and encourage diverse perspectives from diverse people."

- Kim Sponem, Summit Credit Union CEO & President We're proud of how Summit members and employees live our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion day in and day out.

“Diversity at Summit means intentional representation and genuine inclusion. Not just having different faces in the room but ensuring those voice are heard and valuing the decisions they make. As an African American female and Branch Manager, diversity means to me that representation matters. It matters when employees see someone in leadership who looks like them or shares similar lived experiences. It sends a message that advancement is possible and that leadership does not only look one way.”

"I have had the opportunity to lead an Employee Resource Group at Summit, and it has been an incredibly rewarding experience. I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to a more inclusive and connected workplace, where we live our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion every day."

"I’ve been fortunate enough to be employed by a company that values Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as much as I do. Summit granted everyone a paid Diversity holiday that I spent celebrating my culture by attending a Pow Wow.  It was an honor to share my experience with my peers at Summit and inspire them to take part in local tribal events in the future."

“At Summit, DEI here makes me feel like my voice counts- not just in the culture but in the decisions that shape opportunity, equity, and trust for everyone we serve. It’s the difference!”

 Summit fosters financial inclusion and equity by focusing on providing all members, employees and the community with tools to enrich their lives. At Summit, we believe our work on diversity, equity and inclusion is ongoing – and this includes our commitment to leading the way to and greater financial security for women and for all. Embracing a dynamic approach makes us better in our hiring practices, the services we offer and the overall impact we have on our communities.We welcome your comments and questions, and we invite you to to our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Manager. We are eager to share our plans to build a diverse and inclusive workplace on our path to equity. Your feedback will make us better.