HVCU Culture & Employee Engagement

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The Culture & Employee Engagement Team is responsible for driving a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture that aligns with the credit union’s purpose, impact, and core values. This team oversees company culture, employee engagement, long term onboarding, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to foster an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best work. The Culture & Employee Engagement team will collaborate with executive leadership, HR, and other stakeholders to implement strategies that enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness.

Resources

Employee Resource Member Application

The Culture & Employee Engagement Committee consists of: Ashley Riker, VP Culture & Employee Engagement, Jonnie Wesley-Krueger, Management Sponsor, Tania Gonzalez, Committee Chair, Allia Ryley, Brian Kelly, Emily Herschbein, Faith Pratt, Jason Baker, Kimani Clarke-Gilzean, Becky Gerace, Sardo Lebron, Erin Cannizzaro, Debbie-Ann Marin, and our ERG Chairs.

Employee Resource Groups

Asian American Pacific Islander ERG

To foster an inclusive and empowering space for AAPI employees by celebrating cultural diversity, amplifying voices, and building community through awareness, advocacy, and psychological safety.

Black/African American ERG  

To bring together Black/African American colleagues and allies to educate, expand, and excel within HVCU and its service to the community. 

  • Sponsor: Robyn Williams 

Disability Community ERG  

To unite people with disabilities, their caregivers, and their allies to participate in and build community, to educate and be educated, and to build brighter futures for people with disabilities within our HVCU community. 

Book Club

In partnership with the ERGs, our HVSeeU Book Club series is the talk of the organization. We partner with our ERGs to select the book, and deliver it straight to you. We cover the cost of your book, apps, and non-alcoholic drinks - there is no cost for you to participate. Just bring yourself!

Book Club Chairs, Kimani Clarke-Gilzean & Jason Baker.

  • Sponsor: Sarah Gillespie 

Foundations & Futures ERG  

Our Employee Resource Group (ERG) for Emerging and Seasoned Professionals is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages knowledge sharing, mentorship, and professional growth. By bridging the gap between experience levels, we aim to empower employees at all stages of their careers through networking opportunities, skill-building, and leadership development. 

  • Sponsor: Bob Kelly 

Hispanic/Latino ERG  

To foster an inclusive environment where all people thrive together. We strive to empower Hispanic/Latino individuals by providing resources, support, and opportunities for financial equity. Through partnership and collaboration, we aim to build a bridge between our cultures and financial freedom. 

  • Sponsor: n/a 

LGBTQ+ ERG  

To empower each other by cultivating a welcoming space where everyone is valued, respected and proud to thrive authentically. 

  • Sponsor: Lisa Morris 

Parents ERG  

The Parents ERG fosters an inclusive, supportive community that empowers members to thrive both personally and professionally. Through advocacy, resources, and connection, we champion flexibility, understanding, and a workplace culture that values caregiving. 

  • Sponsor: Daniel Bush 

Veterans ERG  

To enrich the lives of Veterans through Service, Opportunity, and Purpose by partnering with community organizations and initiatives, we will serve as a conduit to help fulfil their mission in providing our Veterans with the tools and resources necessary to thrive. 

  • Sponsor: Michael Fuoco 

Women’s ERG  

To foster an open, safe, collaborative space for Women to share experiences, with a focus on educating, empowering, and inspiring women’s lives inside and outside of work to ensure women’s health and wellbeing. 

  • Sponsor: Tina Ludwig 

 

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