December is always a good time to look back at the year passed, and look forward to the year ahead. 2020 is a year to reflect on, and while this year is definitely not one to repeat, I find myself reflecting positively on the last 11 months, and seeing promise in 2021.
If nothing else, 2020 taught us to look at what is most important, whether that be by necessity, or because of a desire to bring loved ones closer – many of us have spent more time with family and friends than ever before.
Our area has struggled since the pandemic turned everything we know upside down. Our neighbors who rely on hospitality were especially hit hard. But with that struggle, I’ve witnessed people coming together, time and again, as families, and as communities.
That is where the Credit Union comes in. We too have made changes, and I’m proud of how we’ve done it. We made sure our members and our employees had what they needed. We expanded our offerings and our hours to make it easier for people to talk to us.
We also stayed open.
While many banks abandoned the region, credit unions grew. That on top of everything else, is what makes me optimistic for 2021. Whether you need a place to grow your financial well-being, a loan to help keep your doors open, or something extra to buy that house you’ll entertain your grandchildren in, Wauna Credit Union is here.
Next year marks 54 years of serving you, and we’re just getting started. We hope you find joy as 2020 concludes, and we look forward to working with you in 2021.
Respectfully,
Robert Blumberg, President and CEO |