After 24 years as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Casera Credit Union, Brent Thomas has decided to retire at the end of June 2023.
Brent is Casera’s longest-serving CEO. He joined the organization in 1999 when it was called Transcona Credit Union. Over his tenure, Brent’s inspired leadership helped the credit union achieve strong, year-by-year asset growth, expand into St. Vital, and become a respected innovator in financial literacy.
The Board is indebted to Brent for significantly improving its ability to achieve success by overseeing an operational transformation in a complex and ever-changing financial landscape. Through his foresight and guidance, Casera developed and honed its corporate governance, re-established its standing in the community, and affirmed its commitment to excellence in member service.
Brent has been a vital contributor to Manitoba’s credit union system for over 40 years. He has combined integrity and discipline to create a legacy he can be proud of. On behalf of everyone at Casera Credit Union — directors, employees, and members — thank you, Brent, for your bold leadership, deep wisdom, and dedicated service.