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2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

Your Voice, Your Vote.

Did you know that your membership with Bridge Credit Union also makes you an owner?  Bridge Credit Union is a financial cooperative owned and governed by its members. A volunteer Board of Directors governs the credit union and represents the needs of the membership by providing vision and direction for the credit union.

As part of this special democracy, YOU get a voice in your credit union through your vote. We are pleased to announce the opportunity to cast your vote for the Board of Directors of Bridge Credit Union for 2026.

Voting ends on March 25, 2026. Please review the candidate biographies below before you cast your vote.  You may cast your vote by clicking the “Vote Now” box, or by completing a paper ballot at one of our locations.

Julie Ray

Julie has served on the Board of Directors for 35 years and currently is Chairperson. She has retired from ODOT as Chief Financial Officer. Julie has knowledge of Finance and Management. She serves on the Executive Committee, 401k Trustee/Pension Committee, and ALCO Committee.

Mike McColeman

Mike is currently retired from his former employment at ODOT as a Hydraulic Engineer. He has served on the Board for 16 years and is a member of the 401(k) Trustee/Pension Committee and NAS Committee.

Shari Fowler

Shari is new to the Board of Directors. She is currently employed as the Director and Assistant Professor of the Accounting Program at Indiana University East. Shari has knowledge in accounting and program development. She serves on the Asset Liability Committee (ALCO).

Bill Petrunak

Bill was a Board Member of Struthers FCU for 25 years, serving as Chair from 2000 until the merger with Bridge. Upon the merger completion, Bill has been an Associate Board Member with Bridge and is on the NAS Committee. Currently he is working in the hospitality industry and has knowledge/experience in accounting, management and customer service.

Dan DeNiro

Dan has served the Board for 9 years and currently is the Secretary. He is employed at ODOT as Purchasing & Travel Manager. His background is in Finance, HR and IT. He also serves on the Executive Committee and Information Security Committee.