KETCHIKAN, Alaska—Helen Mickel has been named CEO of Tongass FCU here effective July 24. She succeeds Susan Fisher, who is retiring after leading the $65-million CU for 14 years.
Mickel, currently the CCO/VP, joined TFCU in April 2003. She has more than three decades’ experience in financial services, previously working for local banks in lending, operations, and managerial positions.
“I am privileged to have the opportunity to lead Tongass Federal Credit Union into the next phase of service and growth. The cooperative model of our credit union allows us to provide exceptional services at affordable prices,” Mickel told Sit News.
“We are dedicated to serving our communities through outreach opportunities like our in-school savings program, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, and participation in financial literacy programs. I love being the ‘local’ credit union,” continued Mickel. “We live here, and decisions are made here. This promotion is an honor and I look forward to continuing to expand our services and provide benefits to a new generation of credit union members.”