Patty Smith

Commonwealth Credit Union

Patty Smith began her credit union journey as a part-time teller while she was attending college. Since then, Smith has been a trailblazer in the industry, advocating for credit unions and forging meaningful relationships between Commonwealth Credit Union and the community.

“Luckily, I’ve always been surrounded by strong female leaders and role models — most notably, my mother, who was the CEO of a credit union,” Smith said. “I’m proud to be part of a credit union today that embraces diversity, which is seen throughout our leadership team. Celebrating our various backgrounds and experiences fosters a culture of success.”

At Commonwealth Credit Union, Smith maintains a commitment to her community and embodies the business’s mission: to better the lives of those it serves. It’s the culmination of a long and successful career that has taught her the importance of putting people first and always focusing on what matters most.

“The best advice I can give other women is to work towards making an impact,” Smith added. “Don’t worry about the next role or the next title change. When you’re focused on the right things, everything else will align.”

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