Jill Nowacki
President and CEO
Humanidei
Bio
Jill Nowacki started her career with credit unions in 2001. She has taken on leadership roles at credit unions and state and national trade associations, including serving as the President/CEO of the Credit Union League of Connecticut. In 2019, Jill founded Humanidei, a people operations firm that helps credit unions build inclusive cultures that attract, develop, and retain top talent—from the front line through the Board of Directors.
By strategically addressing the value of human capital, credit unions can create environments where people bring their best, authentic selves to work; resulting in diversity in thought, increased innovation, stronger succession planning, and ultimately: Relevant, growing credit unions that expand the economic capacity of the members and communities they serve.
Throughout her career, Jill has worked with credit union leadership across the country to introduce business and human capital strategies that lead to growth. She is a sought-after speaker and thought leader on the topics of leadership, diversity, and strategic planning.
Jill holds a Master’s in Public Administration from the University of Montana and a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication and Public Relations from Carroll College (Helena, Montana). She is a certified International Credit Union Development Educator, a Certified Association Executive (CAE), and a Certified Diversity Executive (CDE).
GENERAL SESSION
Growth Mindset in Your Credit Union
Join us for an engaging keynote closing session on activating a Growth Mindset at your credit union. Jill Nowacki will inspire you to consider the possibilities for growth, examining if you can leverage the advantage of a Challenger Brand (regardless of your age and asset size) to truly know your members and iterate to deliver the highest quality services they need today. By embodying the "not for profit" philosophy and ensuring our commitment to community and members remains at the forefront, our nimble nature allows us to innovate swiftly and stay intimately connected to those we serve.
In this session, we will explore the significance of fostering a growth mindset, using tools credit unions already know well. Additionally, we will highlight mission-driven leadership, focusing on integrity, accountability, and member-centricity as cornerstones for success.
Tonita Webb, President/CEO of Verity CU, will share the stage with Jill, sharing practical strategies and actionable insights for embedding a growth mindset within your credit union. Understand how to leverage collaborative efforts and strong values to not only meet but exceed member expectations, ensuring long-term growth and sustainability in the ever-evolving financial landscape.
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