UNCLE Credit Union
James Fisher has over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, with a focus on information technology and credit union operations. James started their career in 1987 as an Assistant Data Processing Manager at Edits. From 1989 to 2008, they worked at Valley Credit Union (VCU) as the Vice President of Information Technology, where they demonstrated strong leadership skills and expertise in aligning technology with business needs. James then joined People's Community Partnership Federal Credit Union (PCPFCU) as an IT Consultant from 1999 to 2007. In 2009, they held roles as a Technology Consultant and Information Technology/Operations Manager at CEFCU, followed by positions as Vice President of Information Technology and later SVP and Chief Technology Officer at UNCLE Credit Union since 2011. Overall, James Fisher has a proven track record in successfully managing technology teams and driving strategic planning for credit union operations.
James Fisher completed their Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems (BS - MIS) from the University of Phoenix during the period from 1997 to 1999. Before that, they attended Bellarmine College Preparatory from 1980 to 1985, but no specific degree or field of study is mentioned. James also participated in various executive education programs, including the CEO Institute II from Cornell University, CEO Institute I from The Wharton School, CEO Institute III from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, and Western CUNA Management School. However, the specific duration for these programs is not provided.
In terms of certifications, James obtained the Certified Chief Executive (CCE) certification from CUES in June 2016 and the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification from ISACA in October 2015. Additionally, they acquired several online certifications, including "Time Management Fundamentals with Microsoft Office," "Blockchain Basics," "Find Your Passion: How Padma Lakshmi Found Hers," and "How Blockchains Will Change Business" from LinkedIn, with completion dates ranging from May to November in 2021.
UNCLE Credit Union
Who We Are UNCLE Credit Union proudly serves over 31,000 members with offices in Pleasanton, Livermore, Tracy and Stockton. We are pleased to offer the benefits of credit union membership to anyone who lives, works, worships or attends school in Alameda, Contra Costa, San Joaquin and Stanislaus County. Established in 1957, UNCLE Credit Union is a $625 million, full service financial institution. We’re known for our community involvement and for offering exceptional and friendly service. And unlike banks who must answer to their stockholders, we’re a not-for-profit cooperative organized by our members, for our members. Voted Best Credit Union in the East Bay and in San Joaquin County, UNCLE is built on the motto, “People Helping People”. UNCLE Credit Union is a proud sponsor of a variety of local organizations and non-profits including the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center, Livermore Lab Foundation and other local chambers of commerce. Our Employees Our Executive Team works hard to nurture employee satisfaction, which is one of our core values and a key component to our success. We offer competitive salaries, an employee bonus program, and great benefits package including life insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching up to 4% and a Cash Defined Benefit Plan. In addition to a great reward and recognition program, our organization prides itself in putting on fun, family-oriented Employee Appreciation Dinners, Summer Picnics and enjoyable team-building activities.