It's time to vote for your next Board of Directors
One of the most important differences between Credit Unions and other institutions is the Board of Directors, elected by and from the membership. All Directors are members that volunteer their time and expertise to serve.
There are two open seats on the Board of Directors, with four candidates identified. You will be casting your vote for 2 of the 4 candidates running.
Voting will begin April 8th at 9am and conclude on April 19th at the Annual Meeting where the election results will be announced.
All voting must be done in person between Monday Morning April 8, 2024 and Friday April 19, 2024 at noon at our main location only. Voting will continue at Cascio's Steakhouse Friday April 19th from 5:30pm - 6:30pm. Our new board members will be announced during the annual meeting.
MEET YOUR CANDIDATES
RONALD CERNY JR
- Credit Union Member Since: 2014
- Employer: 10 years at MUD; Customer Service Tech
- Education / Experience: Bachelor’s degree in
Business; Banking & Finance; Owner/operator of RC Lawn Services for 20 years. Investment group member. - Campaign Statement: I have been a member of Family Focus FCU for about 10 years, all accounts are in good standing. Confidentiality is extremely important to me. I have experience in finance and business and some in interpreting financial statements.
MICHAEL CONRAD
- Credit Union Member since: 1991
- Employer: 38 years at MUD; Sr Claims Investigator
- Education / Experience: Gross High School 1983 Graduate; Nebraska Law Enforcement Certified 1990
- Campaign Statement: I have been involved on numerous boards from local to international organizations. I have overseen several budget processes and have acted financially sound with all boards that I have served on.
DENISE L. DOLEZAL
- Credit Union Member since: 1987
- Employer: 36 years at MUD; Dir. of Gas Production
- Education / Experience: I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering (1987), and a Master of Business Administration Degree (1992). I have prepared many gas capital budget documents for M.U.D. and have experience with evaluating and
understanding financial statements. I have served as a member of the Family Focus Federal Credit Union Board for 15 years, serving as Chairman for three of those years. - Campaign Statement: I have served you on the FFFCU Board since 2009, during times of change and growth. During that time, we have grown our asset size to many times what it once was. And there are many new growth opportunities coming our way in 2024 and beyond.
The leadership team of FFFCU is top notch, and I would love to continue serving on the Board, working with them to bring you more innovations and benefits. My mission is to continue to serve you in the best way possible. Please consider voting for me. Thanks!
JEFF SCHOVANEC
- Credit Union Member Since: 1998
- Employer: 27 years at MUD; VP Construction
- Education / Experience: Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from University of Nebraska (1996), Registered Professional Engineer in Nebraska, Certified Nebraska Grade IV Water Operator
- Campaign Statement: I have been a member of FFFCU since soon after I was hired by the District in 1996. I have taken advantage of many offerings/opportunities of the credit union over the years. I have also worked with numerous current (and former) Board members, developing good working relationships.
As a civil engineer, I possess the equivalent of a minor in mathematics. I have also long had interests in finance, financial planning, investing, etc. Despite not having a degree or certifications in the field, I do my best to stay abreast of current events, developments and changes in this arena via print and other media and personal interactions with others in the field.
Based on conversations with other (current and past) Board members, I am confident in my abilities to perform essential functions of this position and collaborate with fellow Board members, staff, et. al. to fulfill expectations in serving the credit union and our members.
Please stop into our main location during open hours to cast your votes!
Main Branch 7310 N Plaza Omaha, NE 68127
Lobby is open Monday-Thursday from 9am - 5pm and Friday from 9am - 6pm
Don't forget, you can also cast your vote Friday April 19th 5:30pm-6:30pm at Cascio's before the Annual Meeting.
Please reach out if you have any questions!