Member News
Freedom First Announces Brent Jenkins as Chief Business and Wealth Officer
Freedom First Announces Brent Jenkins as Chief Business and Wealth Officer November 26, 2025 (Roanoke, VA) — Freedom First Credit Union is excited to announce the appointment of Brent Jenkins as Chief Business and Wealth Officer. Brent will be leading the Private Banking, Wealth Management, Commercial Banking, Business Banking, and Treasury teams in his new role. As Chief Business and Wealth Officer, Brent will work with his teams to develop high-end experiences and provide exceptional service to
Freedom First Announces CEO Retirement and Selection of New CEO
Freedom First Announces CEO Retirement and Selection of New CEO October 29, 2025 (Roanoke, VA) — Freedom First Credit Union would like to announce the retirement of Paul Phillips, President and CEO. After 25 years of dedicated service, Phillips plans to retire effective December 31, 2026. Under Phillips’ leadership, Freedom First has grown stronger, expanded to serve new markets, and continued to put our members and the communities we serve at the forefront of everything we do. “We’re grateful for Paul’s
