BluPeak Credit Union
Karen Smith has a strong background in the credit union industry. Karen worked at North Island Credit Union from 1998 to 2008, serving as VP Lending. In 2008, they joined BluPeak Credit Union as VP Chief Credit Officer, where they currently hold this position.
Karen Smith attended UC San Diego from 1979 to 1981, and San Diego State University from 1977 to 1978. No degree or field of study was specified for either institution.
BluPeak Credit Union
Founded in 1936, BluPeak Credit Union empowers its nearly 60,000 members to achieve financial wellness through a full range of financial products and services, including checking and savings options, credit cards, loans, mortgages and more. BluPeak has more than $1.2 billion in assets and members can access their accounts through six California branches, nearly 30,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide, and 24/7 online and mobile banking. BluPeak membership is open to all Californians who live, work or worship in Alameda, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Clara and Yolo counties, as well as those employed by the state of California, and California university employees and students. Formerly known as University & State Employees Credit Union (USECU), we changed our name to BluPeak in 2022. The new name reflects our California roots, is more inclusive to our field of membership, and better conveys our passion for going above all others in our relationships with members. As a community leader, BluPeak partners with local causes, events and organizations that speak to our commitment to health, wellness and inclusiveness. Learn more at BluPeak.com.