McCarter LaBorde departs as WOCCU president/CEO

The World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) announced Tuesday that Elissa McCarter LaBorde is leaving her position as president/CEO. The WOCCU board has initiated a search for a permanent president/CEO and remains committed to identifying a strategic leader to guide it into its next chapter.

“Thank you to Elissa McCarter LaBorde for her contributions to WOCCU. We recognize and appreciate the dedication she brought to the credit union movement and wish her all the best in the next chapter,” said America’s Credit Unions President/CEO Jim Nussle.  

“We thank Elissa for her years of service at an unprecedented time in WOCCU's history and celebrate the organization's success under her leadership,” said Michael Lawrence, chair of the WOCCU Board of Directors.

Paul Treinen now serves as interim CEO for both WOCCU and the Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions (WFCU), which is included in the CEO role. Treinen retired from WOCCU in 2023, after serving as chief operating officer and executive vice president for seven years.  

"We are confident in Paul's leadership and ability to ensure continuity during this time of change," added Lawrence. "WOCCU and WFCU remain focused on advancing the global credit union movement and delivering continued value to our members, partners and donors."

“Having worked with Paul Treinen previously, we know he brings deep industry knowledge to WOCCU. World Council plays a vital role in strengthening financial inclusion and empowering communities worldwide,” continued Nussle. “As a member of WOCCU, America’s Credit Unions continues to fully support their mission and impactful work.”