GAINESVILLE, Fla.—CAMPUS USA Credit score Union President and CEO Jerry Benton will retire on the finish of 2026 after greater than 27 years with the credit score union and greater than 40 years within the trade, with COO Jeff Thieman set to succeed him Jan. 1, 2027, the CU reported.

Benton joined CAMPUS in 1999 as chief working officer and was named president and CEO in 2014.

Throughout Benton’s tenure as CEO, CAMPUS grew from roughly $1.2 billion in belongings and 70,000 members to greater than $4 billion in belongings and 180,000 members. The credit score union additionally expanded from a 12-county area of membership to 25 Florida counties whereas including service facilities and investing in expertise.

“I’m extremely happy with what we’ve got achieved collectively, however I’m much more happy with the tradition we’ve got constructed—one which places individuals first and acknowledges that our success is measured by the optimistic distinction we make of their lives,” Benton mentioned. “CAMPUS is effectively positioned for continued success, and I do know its greatest years are nonetheless forward. I need to thank the members, coworkers, and friends which have made my time at CAMPUS so particular.”

Thieman has served as CAMPUS’ COO since 2014 and has been concerned within the credit score union’s technique, operations, expertise and member expertise.

“Jeff’s deep understanding of CAMPUS, confirmed management, and real dedication to our members and staff make him exceptionally effectively ready to steer CAMPUS into its subsequent chapter,” mentioned Jay Hutto, chair of the CAMPUS USA Credit score Union volunteer board of administrators. “Having served as chief working officer, Jeff brings in depth institutional information, a powerful appreciation for CAMPUS’ tradition and values, and a transparent imaginative and prescient for the longer term. The board is assured that his management will construct on CAMPUS’ robust basis whereas persevering with to advance innovation, accountable progress, and distinctive service to our members.”