Financial Center First Credit Union Selects Ning Duong as New CEO

Ning Duong

​Financial Center First Credit Union has selected Ning Duong to serve as its new Chief Executive Officer. She was placed by DDJ Myers, the well-known executive search and leadership development firm.

"Financial Center stands on a strong foundation of service, innovation, and commitment to our members. Ning Duong brings exceptional leadership experience and a proven track record of operational excellence that aligns perfectly with our strategic vision,” says Tom Spahr, Board Chair. “Under her guidance, we are confident Financial Center will continue to grow stronger, deliver greater value to our members, and enhance our impact in the communities we serve."

Duong will officially join the credit union on February 2, succeeding former CEO Kevin Ryan. Ryan has been acting as Interim President and CEO since August 2025 while a national search was conducted to replace the most recent President & CEO, Cameron Minges, who retired on December 31, 2025.

A seasoned credit union executive with more than 25 years of industry experience, Duong has built a career leading diverse cross-functional teams across branches, business banking, business and community development, contact centers, digital delivery, human resources, marketing and communications, operations, and technology. Most recently, Duong served as EVP, Chief Operating Officer at Credit Union West, where she played a central role in strategy, member experience, and organizational growth.

“I am honored to be joining Financial Center First Credit Union. The credit union’s rich history and enduring commitment to its mission, core values, and people strongly resonate with me. I look forward to working in partnership with the Board and team to build on the strong foundation already in place,” says Duong.

Duong is widely regarded as a collaborative leader, mentor, and advocate for the credit union movement. She holds both the U.S. Credit Union Development Educator (CUDE) designation and the GlobalDE designation from Canada. She earned her Master's in Human Resources and Employment Law from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law - Arizona State University and her Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Leadership from Colorado State University. She is currently completing her final year of the CUES CEO Institute to earn her Certified Chief Executive (CCE) designation.

“Bob, Deedee, Jacki, and the entire DDJ Myers team delivered an exceptional experience. They were thorough, candid, and highly communicative, and their structured process reflected a deep respect for both the role and the people involved,” says Duong.

Outside of work, Duong has been married to her high school sweetheart for 27 years. They are proud parents of two adult children and a teenager. She enjoys traveling, exploring different cultures, and discovering new foods.

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