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the team

Stephen Sherriff

Chairperson

Update coming soon.

Archie Buchanan

Vice-Chairperson

Update coming soon.

Ian Craig

Treasurer

Update coming soon.

Carrie Hooper

Secretary

Carrie joined EKCU as a junior member at the age of 3 and would attend the Credit Union with her mum who volunteered as a loan officer.  Carrie joined the EKCU board because she wants to show the local community, particularly those in the 20-30s age bracket, the benefits of being a member of the Credit Union. Carrie is a project manager and has 10 years’ experience in managing major events and overseeing large projects in the medical sector. Outside work, Carrie is a singer having sung in venues such as OVO Hydro, SEC and the Usher Hall.

Dave Thomson

Director

I have been a member for nearly 30 years and a volunteer director for 15 years.  I started as a teller and am now part of the Loan Review Board that considers some of the higher-level loan applications.  I feel that after this time I am only repaying all the help other volunteers gave me and the members over the years.

 

Pat Watters

Director

Update coming soon.

Joe McKague

Director

Joe joined EK Credit Union in 2015 as he felt it was an excellent way to start saving regularly.  After a few years he decided to join the Board of Directors in order to support the organisation as it began its recovery after the coronavirus pandemic.  Attending the Board meetings, says Joe, is a great way to create policies that will help all the members.  He believes that the credit union treats members as individuals and not just numbers.

Peter Igbinosa

Director

Being one of the Directors of East Kilbride Credit Union is awesome, especially being able to give back to my local community by volunteering.

I am a husband and father to three beautiful children, and in my professional life I work in IT and customer service.

In my spare time I enjoy creating inspirational video content for my Move Forward media channel where I encourage others to be the best version of themselves. I’m also a member of a local church and I regularly help with audio and media during the service.

Aimie Nicol

General Manager

I have worked for EKCU for 18 years, working my way through all roles and recently being promoted to General Manager.  I have enjoyed building relationships with our members, as well as my colleagues and Directors, some of whom have been involved with the CU for a long time, so are like a second family! My role involves working with the Operations Manager to ensure smooth day to day running of the office and liaising with the Directors to work on the Strategic goals and aims of the business.  I also enjoy being part of the marketing team, and bouncing ideas about to spread the word about EKCU.  We are about people helping people and aim to deliver this ethos daily with great products and excellent customer service for all members.

Louise Smith

Operations Manager

I came from a retail management background and joined the team in June 2018 as temporary cover for maternity leave. I really enjoyed working in the local community, learning about the credit union and getting to know our members. I was pleased to get a permanent job after my temporary contract was up, and I am happy to be here 4 years later, having just celebrated my work anniversary.
Within the admin team I wear different hats and do a wide variety of tasks – answer the phones, member interviews, assess loans, internet banking and online queries to name just a few.
The members are the backbone of everything we do and it gives me great pleasure to know that by working here we are keeping the community spirit alive. The credit union is about to celebrate 40 years in business and I cannot wait to see what the future brings.

Linda Cochrane

Member Services Admin

I’ve been with EKCU for over 6 years now, having started as a volunteer teller and now work in the office dealing with the day-to-day business such as loan applications, emails, new members plus much more.  I’ve always supported the credit union movement since my mum’s involvement in various credit unions in Glasgow since their inception many years ago.  I am proud to be at EKCU as it celebrates it’s 40th year supporting the local and wider community, a massive milestone considering it all started in someone’s living room and now has over 7000 members. Hopefully we will see another 40 years of this successful, community led, member focused local business!

Sophie Edgar

Member Services Admin

I joined EKCU in October 2022, coming from a care of the elderly background.  I really enjoyed my previous job, but due to having my daughter in 2021 the hours didn’t suit and it was time for a change.  I’ve always been interested in the world of finance as that’s what my mum does.  I will be answering the phones, member interviews, assessing loans, internet banking, online queries and social media in my new role.  I really enjoy interacting with members and staff and always have a smile on my face!  

Karen Thomson

Member Services Admin

I joined the EK Credit Union team 18 months ago as a volunteer and currently cover duties on the front reception desk. I come from a childcare and retail background and enjoy the customer interaction aspect of my new role. I am the first port of call for members visiting the office and aim to provide a high level of customer service to help them resolve all requests.

Linzi Lange

Member Services Admin

I first joined EKCU in 2016 as a Teller in the front office. I learned all aspects of that job and was lucky enough to be considered for a temporary position of Business Services Officer to cover maternity leave. During this time, I worked in the back office learning how to do the banking, online services and social media. After the position finished, I was kept on through the back office as Member Services Admin where I cover a mixture of duties. I left EKCU briefly in October 22 for 6 months but eagerly returned in May 23 as I missed the job, our members and team!

Linda Brown

Debt Recovery Specialist

I joined EKCU in August 2020 after many years working in a local law firm.  I am a fully Qualified Civil Court Paralegal having acted for a few Credit Unions during my years in the legal profession and had a grasp of how they worked. However, during lockdown, I thought it would be beneficial for me to actually work for a Credit Union and understand the “ins and outs”.  I was not aware of how much a Credit Union does for its members and means to its community but I do now.  I have now joined as a member myself.  My primary task is in debt recovery and court work for the credit union but, to expand my role, I am now undertaking some admin training as well.

Hayley Nicholson

Debt Recovery Specialist

Update coming soon.

James McLaughlin

Volunteer

My name is James McLaughlin. I volunteer at the Credit Union. During my spare time, I am a snooker referee for Scottish and European Snooker. During my free time, I watch football and play snooker. I am married with three grown up children and have eight grandchildren.

Gary McVicar

Volunteer

My name is Gary McVicar and I am a volunteer here at the Credit Union. I recently graduated from the University of the West of Scotland with an Honours Degree in Business obtaining a 2:1 Upper Class Degree. I currently work in retail which is a very busy job. I enjoy Musical Theatre and visits to the Theatre when I have the spare time. I also enjoy reading and spending time with my family.

 

Jim Hagan

Volunteer

Update coming soon.


Andy Wilson

Supervisory

I have been with the credit union for just over ten years, the first few years at the front desk, before moving onto internal audit (supervisory). My work background was mainly doing bookkeeping, accounts etc. so it’s all been about keeping track of money and where it’s going. This helps to keep my brain active, as my hobbies are cycling and skiing, which keep my body active.

Aileen Loudon

Supervisory

Senior leader with over 40 years experience in UK Banking and fully qualified member of Chartered Banking Institute.  Having worked 39 years with Royal Bank of Scotland & currently with Virgin Money leading on conduct risk reporting.  Over the last 20 years I have specialised as a leader of various aspects of Risk Management.  Personally like to keep fit and healthy through dancing and  exercising and also enjoy travelling. 

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