Pierce to retire in April 2026

City & County Credit Union (Saint Paul, Minn.) announced Wednesday that President/CEO Patrick Pierce is retiring in April 2026 after 24 years of leading the credit union. Pierce currently serves as chair of America’s Credit Unions Board of Directors.

“On behalf of America’s Credit Unions, I want to congratulate Pat Pierce on his well-deserved retirement and thank him for his tremendous leadership. From guiding City & County Credit Union’s growth to serving the national credit union movement as chairman of our board, Pat has always led with vision, humility, and a deep belief in the cooperative model. His steady leadership was instrumental in uniting our industry and strengthening our foundation for the future. We are grateful for his service and wish Pat and his family all the best in this next chapter,” said Jim Nussle, America’s Credit Unions president/CEO.

Pierce has held several volunteer leadership positions within the credit union industry and his efforts have enhanced the credit union difference. He played a pivotal role in the historic 1997 merger that created the Minnesota Credit Union Network, and also led initiatives to modernize state charter legislation and champion Prize-Linked Savings accounts—key moves that have expanded financial access and positively impacted the lives of thousands across the state.

“It has been the honor of my life to serve City & County Credit Union for the past 24 years. I am proud of what we’ve accomplished together, but even more grateful for the relationships built along the way—with colleagues, members, and communities, who trusted us to walk alongside them & help transform their financial dreams into bold realities.” Pierce said. “It has also been a privilege to serve the credit union movement more broadly, helping advance the cooperative legacy that ensures every member and community has access to affordable financial solutions. I have seen firsthand how credit unions can change lives in my own family and I know the future leaders in the industry will continue to adapt and innovate to empower generations to come.”