UCU Announces Key Staff Promotions
ORONO, Maine (November 26, 2024) – University Credit Union (UCU) is pleased to announce the following staff promotions.
Stephanie Beck has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Marketing and Community Development. Previously serving as Vice President of Marketing and Community Development, Beck been a pivotal member of the UCU team since 2016, when she joined as Marketing Manager. As the Senior Vice President of Marketing and Community Development, she is a member of the senior management team and oversees both the both the Marketing and Community Engagement teams across the state, driving strategic initiatives and community outreach efforts with state-wide teams. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Southern Maine.
Abbey Ramsay has advanced to Vice President of Lending. With over a decade at UCU, primarily in the lending area, Ramsay’s deep expertise and passion for lending are invaluable assets to the credit union. Most recently, she served as Consumer Lending Manager, AVP, where she streamlined UCU’s lending processes and enhanced member experience. In her new role, Ramsay will bring her commitment and leadership to the senior management team and to all of UCU’s areas; consumer, real estate and business. A recent graduate of CUNA Management School, she embodies UCU’s dedication to member-focused lending solutions. She holds an associate’s degree in communications from New England School of Communications.
Jess Francis has been promoted to HR & Executive Administrative Manager. Francis joined UCU in 2022 as Executive Administrator, bringing more than 18 years of experience in various credit union roles, including member services, administration, marketing, and management. She actively supports the community and was recognized as Champion the Cure Volunteer of the Year in 2023. In her expanded role, Francis will continue to support the leadership team and focus on human resources including benefits and staffing for the credit union. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Maine.
“As a seven-time Best Places to Work in Maine honoree, UCU is recognized for investing in our employees’ professional development, celebrating their achievements, and cultivating a supportive, engaging workplace,” said UCU President and CEO Renee Ouellette. “Steph, Abbey, and Jess have demonstrated exceptional commitment and performance, shaping the high-quality member experience that is core to UCU. We’re excited to see their continued impact in their new roles—congratulations to all!”
If you are a current or prospective credit union professional seeking new opportunities, please visit ucumaine.com for information on career opportunities with UCU.
About University Credit Union
Established on the University of Maine campus in 1967, University Credit Union is an innovative, full-service financial institution dedicated to promoting financial well-being for the individuals and communities it serves. UCU is one of the largest credit unions in Maine, serving members across the state of Maine with locations in Orono, Bangor, Farmington, Gorham, Portland, Presque Isle, Machias and Augusta. As a not-for-profit financial cooperative, UCU returns its profits back to members in the form of lower loan rates, higher deposit yields, lower fees, and more solutions and services. For more information visit ucumaine.com.
