As a 17-year-old, Shea Brown looked to get out of school a little earlier each week. He got that chance through a dual-credit program where he worked as a part-time teller at a Florida credit union.
Shea slowly immersed himself in the movement, and he now serves as director of community impact at $924 million asset Leaders Credit Union in Jackson, Tenn.
“It started as just a job,” says Brown. “I wanted to make money and have flexibility.”
Brown’s journey continued as he worked through college breaks and had credit union mentors who encouraged him to get involved in local chapters, the league, and CUNA.
“After I graduated college, I started to take seriously that this could turn into a career,” Brown says. “I started to learn more about the movement, get involved, and advocate for credit unions.”
He remains an advocate today, loving how his position allows him…