BluPeak Credit Union
Karen Stigler has extensive work experience in the financial and consulting industries. Karen started their career in 1994 as the Vice President of Information Systems at Public Service Credit Union. In 1998, they became an Independent Business Consultant at KS Consulting until 2003. From 2003 to 2004, they worked as an Implementation & Client Services Manager at Wescom Resources Group. Karen then joined Symitar as an Account Executive from 2004 to 2012. Since 2014, Karen has been working at USE Credit Union as the Vice President of Innovation & Optimization.
Karen Stigler attended Mt. San Jacinto College from 2018 to 2019, where they obtained a Concentration Certificate in Viticulture and Enology. Prior to that, they attended Western CUNA Management School in Pomona, CA from 1996 to 1998, focusing on Credit Union Management. Karen also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business/Commerce, General from California State University, Chico between 1985 and 1989. Additionally, Karen Stigler participated in a program called NextUP - Members Development Company, although specific details about this program are not provided.
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.