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Small CU Achiever of the Year Award Winner Emphasizes the Value of Empathy
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2026 Cornerstone League Small Credit Union Achiever Award winner Paige Rhoades was recognized this year for her dedication to member service and her leadership within a small credit union environment. As a collections and facilities management director at Alcoa Community Federal Credit Union, Rhoades admittedly wears many hats, often stepping in to help both her colleagues and members out of a tight spot. In this episode, Rhoades shares her credit union journey, how empathy guides her actions every day, and more.