Chartway Ventures Welcomes Jennifer Addabbo and Samantha Paxson to Board

​Chartway Ventures, the wholly owned Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO) of Chartway Credit Union, welcomed Jennifer Addabbo and Samantha Paxson to its board of managers. The two new members were elected during a board meeting held earlier this month at the Governmental Affairs Conference 2025 in Washington, D.C., where industry leaders gathered to discuss key issues shaping the future of credit unions. Addabbo and Paxson will replace outgoing board members Sean Banerjee and Phil Olson.

 Jennifer Addabbo
 
Addabbo is the CEO and co-founder of Engage fi, an 80-person consulting firm assisting financial institutions with strategic planning, technology selections, contract negotiations, and implementations. In addition to her extensive industry knowledge and insight, her network of fintech’s provides significant value to the credit union industry she serves. 

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Samantha Paxson
 
Paxson is the founder and CEO of Power & Light Collaborative (PLC), a strategic growth consultancy focused on bridging the gap between innovation and community-focused financial institutions. She is a recognized leader in fintech, branding, and member experience, previously serving as Chief Experience Officer at Co-op Solutions (now Velera) and brings valuable expertise in digital transformation and strategic growth.

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“As Chartway Ventures continues to expand its focus on technology and financial innovation, Jennifer and Samantha’s expertise will be instrumental in shaping our strategic direction,” said Rob Keatts, president of Chartway Ventures and executive vice president, chief strategy officer at Chartway. “Their leadership and industry knowledge will help us identify new opportunities that strengthen our ability to serve Chartway and its members.”
 
Established in 2023, Chartway Ventures is focused on investing in organizations that align with Chartway’s purpose of unlocking the potential of individuals and families so they can thrive. Investments are chosen for their innovative approach, scalability, compatibility with our operations, and potential for strong economic returns for our members.
 
Learn more about Chartway Credit Union at www.Chartway.com.