Wheelhouse Credit Union
Doug LaFave has had extensive work experience in the credit union industry. Doug started their career at San Diego County Credit Union as a Loan Interviewer in 1986 and worked there until 1989. Doug then joined Symitar as a Client Services Manager from 1992 to 1997. Following this, they worked at SELCO Community Credit Union as a Senior Programmer Analyst from 1998 to 2000. Doug then moved to San Diego County Credit Union again, this time as a Senior VP of Programming from 2000 to 2011. Next, they worked at Mission Federal Credit Union as VP - Core Processing from 2011 to 2018, and later as 1st VP of IT Strategy from 2018 to 2021. Currently, they serve as the VP of IT at Wheelhouse Credit Union from March 2022.
Doug LaFave attended Michigan State University from 1982 to 1986. During this time, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English Language and Literature/Letters.
Wheelhouse Credit Union
Founded in 1934 as San Diego Metropolitan Credit Union (SDMCU) to serve City employees, and re-established in 2018 as Wheelhouse Credit Union to serve all of San Diego, we have deep roots in the community and are committed to helping our Members and our beautiful City thrive. Our new brand is a reflection of our laid-back and inclusive culture, as well as our expertise and strength in financial services. We are a full-service, not-for-profit, financial institution with a steadfast commitment to eco-friendly initiatives. We help San Diegans achieve their financial goals through high-yield deposit accounts, low-rate loans, investment services, financial education and more. We serve our City and local communities as San Diego's #1 Solar Financing Lender, through scholarship opportunities, Green initiatives, volunteering and more. Wheelhouse Credit Union is San Diego Made, and Proud. We are Easily Accessible: Located in Chula Vista | Downtown | El Cajon | Kearny Mesa 30,000+ surcharge-free CO-OP® ATMs | 5,000+ Shared Branches | Digital Banking | Mobile Banking | Card Protection App Insured by NCUA. Equal Opportunity Lender.