LOUISVILLE, Ky.—The $200-million Autotruck Financial Credit Union has named Jason Pendleton president and CEO, the CU announced.
Pendleton will begin his new role Jan. 6, 2025, replacing Jim Thompson who will retire on January 3, after having served as CEO for nearly eleven years.
Pendleton has over 22 years of experience in the financial services industry, working in various arenas of operations, compliance, and lending. He joined Autotruck in 2018 in the role of VP of Lending and was named the Credit Union’s Executive Vice President in January 2023.
“Jason’s experience, knowledge and vision, along with a dedication to serving members will serve the membership of Autotruck well,” said Board Chair Steven Stone, “He is committed to exceptional service. We are confident he will lead Autotruck to an even brighter future.”
“It is an honor to be entrusted to serve in this capacity,” Pendleton said. “Autotruck’s members are good, hard-working folks. Life comes at them in lots of ways. We’re committed to being the place they can turn that is on their side. Whether it’s building their savings or investments, getting a better deal on a loan, or building good credit, we’re here to help. I am extremely excited to lead our team even more deeply into this mission.”