NEW YORK, NY (December 16, 2014) - Credit Union Journal – a SourceMedia brand and the foremost information resource for the credit union community —announced the appointment of a new publisher and a new editor-in-chief.
The new leadership team brings extensive experience in the credit union marketplace. Their appointments reflect Credit Union Journal’s commitment to deepen engagement within this dynamic community of member organizations, which deliver financial services to more than 100 million Americans.
John Wiley has been named Publisher of Credit Union Journal. Wiley brings 15 years of media, marketing and business development experience, including roles at Credit Union Times and Credit Union National Association. An enthusiastic supporter of the C.U. movement, Wiley is also a certified Credit Union Development Educator (CUDE). Wiley will report to SourceMedia Vice President of Sales, Anne Hrubala.
“John has an excellent track record of building strong consultative relationships with marketing partners and sponsors, helping them achieve their business objectives,” said Hrubala. “I am excited to be working with a professional who truly understands the credit union community — including the companies and vendors that support its mission.”
Credit Union Journal also announced the promotion of Lisa Freeman to the role of Editor-in-Chief. Previously the brand’s Managing Editor, Freeman is an award-winning journalist who has been covering credit unions for more than 15 years. Earlier in her career, Freeman reported on legislative and regulatory issues on Capitol Hill for several B2B publications. In her new role, Freeman will advance Credit Union Journal’s digital transformation and continue its commitment to providing the in-depth news and analysis, delivering the strategic insight credit union leaders need to be successful. Freeman will report to Rich Melville, Editorial Director for SourceMedia’s Banking and Capital Markets Group.
“Lisa’s passion for editorial excellence and deep commitment to her audience make her the ideal person to lead Credit Union Journal’s transformation into a truly digital-first enterprise focused on providing authoritative, independent content and community engagement,” said Melville.
About Credit Union Journal
Credit Union Journal, published by SourceMedia, is the nation's leading credit union newsweekly, providing objective credit union community news. Credit Union Journal delivers freshly reported information to credit union leaders so that they can serve their members in this growing market.
About SourceMedia
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