IBEW 26 Federal Credit Union has selected Joshua Urbick, CCUFC, to serve as its next chief executive officer.

Doreen Creamer Cleland, current CEO, is announcing her upcoming retirement. After a long and rewarding career working with members at IBEW 26 FCU, she is looking forward to retiring. Cleland will stay briefly to welcome and onboard Urbick in his new role as CEO.

“Joining IBEW 26 FCU and carrying on the rich legacy that Doreen Creamer Cleland and her family have created is a deep honor,” says Urbick.  “This is not merely about continuing a legacy but sculpting this cooperative’s future proactively and respectfully. I eagerly anticipate working with the board and engaging in a fruitful collaboration with our fantastic team. Our goal is to persistently steer the credit union on an upward trajectory, as we delicately maneuver through the economic complexities of our time.”

Urbick brings nearly a decade of financial services experience to his new position, serving in various roles at Global Credit Union after getting his professional start at Banner Bank. He has also served as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Hayden Chamber of Commerce and President of the North Idaho Chapter of NWCUA.

Urbick completed a four-year degree in Theology/Theological Studies at Global University and holds several professional licenses and certifications, including his Certified Credit Union Financial Counselor (CCUFC) designation from CUNA. In his free time, Urbick enjoys traveling, boating, and exploring new places. He’s looking forward to discovering all the East Coast has to offer and recently tried taking up golf.