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Ingrid Loewen
Ingrid Loewen
Chair, Term 2021-2023
Curt Letkeman
Curt Letkeman
Vice Chair, Term 2021-2024
Scott Beattie
Director, Term 2021-2024
Ken Braun
Director, Term 2021-2023
Catherine Burns
Director, Term 2021-2024
Jim Neufeld
Director, Term 2021-2023
Randy Schartner
Director, Term 2021-2024
Donovan Toews
Director, Term 2021-2022
Phil Unruh
Director, Term 2021-2022
Sherry Woods
Director, Term 2021-2022
2021-2022 Committees
- Chair, Board of Directors
- Member, Governance and Human Resources Committee
Previous Committee Experience
- Chair, Board of Directors, Crosstown Civic Credit Union
- Chair, Governance and Human Resources Committee
- Member, Audit and Operational Risk Committee
- Member, Executive Committee
- Member, Performance Review Committee
As a member of Crosstown Civic Credit Union since 1987, Ingrid is a strong advocate of the Cooperative Principles, and of delivering value to members, employees, and communities. She is a well-organized leader who possesses sharp attention to detail, and who is focused on establishing and maintaining strong governance practices.
Ingrid has extensive experience with board governance as an executive responsible for board processes, and as a board/committee member for various professional associations, not-for-profit organizations, and church council.
For 25 years, she worked for one of Manitoba’s largest crown corporations in leadership positions, including the Chief Audit Executive and the Chief Financial and Strategy Officer. In her executive experience, she was charged with a wide range of responsibilities, including governance, strategy, finance, internal audit, privacy, social responsibility, and communications.
Working as an independent contractor for a large, international insurance company, Ingrid gained an in depth understanding of regulatory requirements for a financial institution, particularly in the areas of governance, risk management, and internal control. She also provided governance advice and facilitated strategic planning for several not-for-profit organizations.
Education
Ingrid is a Chartered Professional Accountant, with a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree from the University of Manitoba.
She has completed the Credit Union Director Achievement (CUDA) program designed and administered by the Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA).
Current Community Involvement
- Douglas Mennonite Church Finance Committee
2021-2022 Committees
- Vice Chair, Board of Directors
- Chair, Governance and Human Resources Committee
- Member, Community Investment Committee
Previous Committee Experience
- Chair, Board of Directors, Access Credit Union
- Chair, Audit and Operational Risk Committee
- Chair, Community Investment Committee
- Chair, Executive Committee
Curt has been a member of a credit union board for more than 20 years; first with Altona Credit Union, and then with Access Credit Union. He firmly believes that the credit union is an integral part of community growth and development, and strives to enhance the lives of members, employees, and communities through continuous sponsorship and engagement.
In support of this philosophy, Curt has been involved in coaching youth sports for over 25 years. He’s served on the boards of Altona Minor Baseball, South Central Minor Baseball, Oakview Golf Club, Stars Rec Hockey, and the Town of Altona Council.
Curt has widespread experience in Finance, Credit Management, and Governance. He’s spent the last 15 years as a Chief Financial Officer, and is currently working with the Pembina Valley Water Cooperative.
Education
Curt obtained his Certified Management Accounting degree, and was valedictorian of his graduating class.
He has completed the Credit Union Director Achievement (CUDA) program designed and administered by the Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA).
He is also a Certified Credit Union Director (CCD), a designation authorized by the Credit Union Executive Society (CUES) Governance Leadership Institute and the Joseph L. Rotman School of Management (Toronto).
Current Community Involvement
- Town of Altona, Councilor
- Altona Bisons Junior Baseball Club, Coach & Manager
- Seeds Community Church, Treasurer
- Build a Village, Board Member
2021-2022 Committees
- Member, Audit Committee
- Member, Nominations Committee
Previous Committee Experience
- Vice Chair, Audit and Operational Risk Committee
Scott is keenly aware of the important role the credit union plays in the communities it serves, and the leadership it provides throughout the province. He acknowledges that concern for and investment in community starts with the loans made to members – to households, businesses, and farms – and to sponsoring local initiatives.
Since 1987, Scott has worked in the accounting field at firms in Winnipeg, Winkler, and Morden. In 2004, he became a sole proprietor because he enjoyed learning about individual needs and creating customized solutions. In 2010, he undertook a small business venture with a long-time friend and colleague that has exceeded expectations. Scott’s professional experiences have helped him understand the work involved from a board member, and the commitment required to help an organization achieve its goals.
Scott’s work experience has also facilitated his participation on a number of committees and organizations, including being a board member on the 1999/2000 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship, acting as a Hockey Manitoba Official at the Junior, Senior, and Minor Hockey levels, and representing Minnewasta Golf & Country Club as its President and Board Member for more than 20 years. He has also worked as the Chief Financial Agent for the Candice Bergen/Hoeppner campaigns, and has provided services to community organizations such as the Morden Community Thrift Store and the Solid Waste Area Management Project (SWAMP) landfill.
Education
Scott is a Chartered Professional Accountant, having attained his certification through the Certified General Accountants programs of studies.
He has completed the Credit Union Director Achievement (CUDA) program designed and administered by the Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA).
Current Community Involvement
- John the Evangelist Parish, Pastoral Council Member
2021-2022 Committees
- Chair, Nominations Committee
- Member, Risk Committee
Previous Committee Experience
- Member, Audit and Operational Risk Committee
- Member, Credit and Market Risk Committee
- Member, Nominations Committee
Ken has been a credit union member since his parents first took him to open an account as a child. He proudly introduced his daughters to the credit union system recently through individual account openings, carrying on the family tradition of credit union participation.
Ken finds serving his local community both fulfilling and rewarding. He has served on the board of directors for three not-for-profit organizations, including two separate roles as committee chair.
He is currently the General Manager of a large home builder in Winnipeg. He has supervised four production facilities and a large logistics network, and now oversees day-to-day operations, develops and implements growth strategies, manages budgets, and evaluates performance and productivity.
Education
Ken obtained a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Asper School of Business at the University of Manitoba. To enhance his formal education, Ken broadened his leadership skills through numerous management courses, including the Dale Carnegie Leadership Training for Managers, and the Mannaz Management Program in Malaysia.
He has completed the Credit Union Director Achievement (CUDA) program designed and administered by the Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA).
Current Community Involvement- Pine Ridge Golf Club, Board Member
2021-2022 Committees
- Chair, Audit Committee
- Member, Nominations Committee
Previous Committee Experience
- Chair, Audit and Operational Risk Committee
- Chair, Nominations Committee
- Member, Executive Committee
- Member, Governance and Human Resources Committee
- Member, Performance Review Committee
Catherine is passionate about building healthy communities, and has devoted a significant portion of her career to working as a strategic agent and catalyst for creating positive change in support of this outcome. A seasoned Audit Committee Chair and credit union board member, she is a formidable advocate for integrity, transparency, and accountability.
A member of the credit union system since 2006, Catherine brings leadership experience in governance, strategic planning, business performance reporting, risk management, merger integration, project management, change management, and process improvement.
Most recently, Catherine led the operational and capital planning and financial performance reporting areas for a newly created, $1.3B multi-service business entity. Her diverse industry knowledge spans the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors working for businesses delivering services in health care, insurance, post-secondary education, telecommunications, publishing, fund-raising, retail, and audit.
Education
Catherine is committed to ongoing professional development. She is a Chartered Accountant, with a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree from the University of Manitoba.
She has completed the Institute of Corporate Directors-Rotman Director Education Program, and has attained her ICD.D.
In addition to her ICD.D, Catherine has completed the Credit Union Director Achievement (CUDA) program designed and administered by the Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA).
Current Community Involvement
Winnipeg Jazz Festival
2021-2022 Committees
- Member, Governance and Human Resources Committee
- Member, Nominations Committee
Previous Committee Experience
- Vice Chair, Board of Directors, Access Credit Union
- Chair, Governance Committee
- Member, Community Investment Committee
- Member, Executive Committee
- Member, Nominations Committee
Jim has been a member of a credit union board for more than 15 years; first with Heartland Credit Union, and then with Access Credit Union. He enjoys the positive impact that the credit union has on development of the communities it serves.
Jim has been the Administrator at C.W. Wiebe Medical Corporation in Winkler for over 20 years. He is responsible for leading a joint public-private venture to develop quality healthcare services for the community of Winkler and area. Prior to this, he managed Penner Foods, a leading Manitoba independent retail grocery firm, for 24 years.
His business management experience has instilled in him a strong corporate community responsibility that aligns with the cooperative principles to promote health and economic well-being.
Education
Jim has completed the Credit Union Director Achievement (CUDA) program designed and administered by the Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA).
Current Community Involvement
- Winkler and District Healthcare, Board Member
- Winkler Affordable Housing Inc., Board Member
2021-2022 Committees
- Chair, Community Investment Committee
- Member, Governance and Human Resources Committee
Previous Committee Experience
- Vice Chair, Board of Directors, Crosstown Civic Credit Union
- Chair, Audit and Operational Risk Committee
- Chair, Credit and Market Risk Committee
- Member, Executive Committee
- Member, Governance and Human Resources Committee
As a successful entrepreneur, Randy is acutely aware of the importance of custom lending solutions, and of relevant, secure technology options. He has more than 15 years of business leadership experience in multi-national environments. In that time, he has built a reputation for operational excellence and innovative strategic thinking.
In the past two decades, Randy founded/co-founded four entrepreneurial start-ups. His most successful venture was purchased by Priceline.com, a public, multi-national company. He is also a Real Estate and Development entrepreneur.
Randy inherently understands that people are the most important factor in the credit union’s success, and is energetic in the pursuit of member-driven focus, preferences, and experiences.
EducationRandy has completed the Credit Union Director Achievement (CUDA) program designed and administered by the Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA).
Current Community Involvement- FundingChange.ca, Board Member
- Agoda International Canada Inc., Board Member
2021-2022 Committees
- Member, Audit Committee
- Member, Risk Committee
Previous Committee Experience
- Member, Audit and Operational Risk Committee
- Member, Credit and Market Risk Committee
Donovan has been a member of the credit union system for more than 30 years. He appreciates the quality, personal service provided to members throughout fast-paced industry growth and significant regulatory change. He recognizes the importance of attracting younger generations by meeting their unique expectations and requirements. He is an advocate of exploring new ways to stay technologically current while being mindful of the costs of pursuing such excellence.
Donovan is an urban planner and principal owner of Landmark Planning & Design, a local land-use planning consulting firm in operation since 1996. He has served on a number of boards, and has fulfilled roles as Vice President of the Canadian Institute of Planners, President of the Manitoba Professional Planners Institute, and Deputy Presiding Member of the Manitoba Surface Rights Board.
The skills and accomplishments Donovan has gained throughout his career position him well for serving the members of the credit union. In particular, he brings important strategic insight, analytical ability, and direct communication skills to the Board.
Education
Donovan holds a Bachelor of Science in Geography, and a Master’s degree in City Planning.
Current Community Involvement- Manitoba Surface Rights, Board Member
2021-2022 Committees
- Member, Audit Committee
- Member, Risk Committee
Previous Committee Experience
- Chair, Audit and Operational Risk Committee
- Chair, Nominations Committee
- Member, Executive Committee
- Member, Governance Committee
Phil has been a credit union board member for 16 years, first with Dufferin, and then Access Credit Unions. He is a proud supporter of financial cooperatives and the benefits they bring to the communities they serve.
Prior to his retirement, Phil enjoyed a 30 year career with Cargill Limited. During his career he held a variety of positions, managing several different crop input or grain related businesses, in Saskatchewan and Manitoba rural communities.
Phil is committed to the well-being of the rural communities where he lives. He is active in his local church, and also enjoys singing in community and church choirs. He is the past Secretary Treasurer for Carman Golf and Curling Club, and was previously the chair of the Crossroads United Church Ministry and Personnel Committee.
Education
Phil obtained his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a major in Plant Science from the University of Manitoba.
In addition to being an Accredited Canadian Credit Union Director (ACCUD), Phil is also a Certified Credit Union Director (CCD), a designation authorized by the Credit Union Executive Society (CUES) Governance Leadership Institute and the Joseph L. Rotman School of Management (Toronto).
Current Community Involvement- Crossroads United Church member
- Carman Golf and Country Club member
- Wheels Car Club
2021-2022 Committees
- Chair, Risk Committee
Previous Committee Experience
- Chair, Audit and Operational Risk Committee
- Member, Community Investment Committee
- Member, Executive Committee
As an accomplished agricultural entrepreneur, Sherry is excited by the prospect of serving the collective Access Credit Union membership with new innovations and creative member-focused solutions. She is enthusiastically involved in local communities, sharing her time and experience for the benefit for many worthwhile causes.
Sherry has more than 20 years of experience in the agricultural industry. In particular, she has worked for two multi-national grain companies, and two independent agricultural firms. She has lead three successful startups, directing each organization in the areas of customer service and technology.
Sherry is eager to share her unique knowledge and expertise to enhance the experiences and wealth of the credit union’s members, employees, and communities.
Education
Sherry graduated from Red River College with a Business Administration Certificate, and completed a certificate in Commodity Futures Markets from the University of Manitoba.
Sherry has completed the Credit Union Director Achievement (CUDA) program designed and administered by the Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA). She is also a Certified Credit Union Director (CCD), a designation authorized by the Credit Union Executive Society (CUES) Governance Leadership Institute and the Joseph L. Rotman School of Management (Toronto).
- FP Genetics, Board of Directors, Director
- FP Genetics, Chair of Governance Committee
Larry Davey
President and Chief Executive Officer
Myrna Wiebe
Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer
Bernice McClintock
Chief Experience Officer
Rich Harries
Chief Operating Officer
Brent Berzuk
Chief Risk Officer
Adam Monteith
Chief Marketing Officer
Larry has worked in the financial services industry for more than 30 years. He has been a Chief Executive Officer of various amalgamated credit unions over the past 16 years, including Gimli Credit Union, Noventis Credit Union, and Access Credit Union.
Larry has served on the Credit Union Central of Manitoba Board since 2016. During that time, he has held the positions of Chair of the Investment Committee, Chair of the Audit Committee, and presently, Vice Chair of the Board. Larry is also on the board of the HSC Foundation. He previously served on the Canadian Credit Union Association Board.
Larry has completed his Graduate Degree in Business as well as his MBA through Athabasca University. Larry recently obtained his ICD.D designation through the Rotman’s School of Business University of Toronto.
Myrna has more than 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. As a member of the executive team at Access, she is heavily involved in the development and execution of corporate strategy and board governance. Myrna also oversees the departments of Business Integration and Information Technology and Security, while also serving on the Risk & Advisory Committee of CUCM and several other system-related committees.
Myrna has been actively involved in a variety of volunteer organization boards, including South Central Cancer Resource, the NWU18 Host Committee for Hockey Canada, and the Women's Golf Executive at Minnewasta Golf & Country Club. She was also recently appointed to the Teacher’s Retirement Allowances Fund Board (Manitoba).
Myrna completed her Canadian Securities Course and Certified Financial Planning designation, then continued her education with a Certificate in Management at the University of Manitoba, and further obtained her Post Bac Diploma in Management, an MBA through Athabasca University, a designation authorized by the Credit Union Executive Society (CUES) Governance Leadership Institute, and recently obtained her ICD.D designation through the Rotman’s School of Business University of Toronto.
Bernice has worked within the credit union system in various leadership roles for nearly 30 years, including Senior VP of Retail Sales, Chief Operations Officer, and now Chief Experience Officer. Though Bernice has experience in wealth management, having obtained her Canadian Securities Course and PFP designation as a financial planner, she is passionate about optimizing our members’ experiences within our credit union. Bernice’s goal is to ensure a consistent, positive member experience no matter the channel chosen, from in-branch service to telephone service to online banking.
Bernice is a past member of the Human Resource Advisory Council for Credit Union Central of Manitoba and has served on the boards of the Elizabeth Fry Society, the Community Credit Counselling Society, and the Manitoba Marathon. Bernice volunteers for CancerCare Manitoba, Siloam Mission, and Canadian Blood Services. She also participates in the Asper MBA Executive Mentor Program.
Bernice holds her Certificate in Management (Honours) and a Professional Management designation.
Since beginning his credit union career in 2002, Rich has advanced through a variety of leadership positions across different business lines. As Chief Operating Officer, Rich is responsible for the overall performance of the Business & Ag-Business Banking, People and Culture, and Administration Service departments.
Rich earned his MBA in 2015 and has completed education in areas such as Business Administration, Executive Leadership, and Strategic Leadership & Innovation. He is a proud recipient of the National Credit Union Young Leaders Award and scholarship, and is a past member of the National Young Leaders Committee.
Rich currently serves as a member of the Human Resource Advisory Council for Credit Union Central of Manitoba and has served as a mentor in the National Mentorship Program. Rich also serves as the Chair of the Morden Police Board and as a board member with the Morden Community Development Corporation, Minnewasta Golf & Country Club, Morden & District Chamber of Commerce, and Morden Minor Hockey.
Brent has been employed in the financial services field for more than 27 years. Initially engaged in commercial lending- and management-related roles with major Canadian Chartered Banks, his work saw him living and working in various locations throughout rural Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Northwestern Ontario.
For the past decade, Brent has been employed in the Manitoba Credit Union system in areas of specialized project work, governance and risk management, most recently holding the role of Chief Governance & Risk Officer. He also fulfilled the position of interim CEO of Crosstown Civic Credit Union (CCCU) prior to its merger with Access Credit Union in January 2021.
Brent’s volunteer work has included stints on the Kenora & District Chamber of Commerce, and as Chair of the former RM of Siglunes Economic Development Corporation.
Brent is a graduate of the University of Manitoba where he obtained his Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree. He also holds his Canadian Risk Management designation (CRM) awarded through the Global Risk Management Institute.
Adam has been in the credit union system for more than 15 years, progressing through both marketing and IT roles before moving to the Winkler/Morden area in 2015 as Vice President of Marketing at Access Credit Union. In his current role, Adam oversees all marketing, public relations, communications, and community investment functions within the organization, and is an advocate for the credit union system on both the provincial and national stage.
Adam is a Director and Chair of the Finance Committee for Southern Health – Santé Sud, Chair of the Corn and Apple Parade Committee, and previous Board Chair for the Leroi Community Foundation. He has also volunteered as Director of Recognition for the BC Seniors Games, Director of Media Relations for the World Jr A Hockey Challenge, and as Marketing Chair with the National Women’s Under 18 Hockey Championship.
Adam holds a Diploma in Computer Information Systems, a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing from Thompson Rivers University, a Graduate Certificate in Professional Communication Management from Royal Roads University, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Athabasca University.