When it comes to discussing financial matters and the benefits of a long-term relationship, Shari Sekel knows what she's talking about. She opened her first account when she was nine years old and has been a member ever since. She also served on PenFinancial's Board of Directors. “I've always been a credit union person. It feels like home. I remember going to the Credit Union with my dad and everyone knew his name, which was very meaningful to me. Dealing with a financial institution simply because of rates is a very short term approach.” Shari believes PenFinancial’s local roots and home grown philosophy also align with her family’s goals, both personally and financially. It's obvious from the enthusiastic way she talks about PenFinancial that Shari strongly believes other people can benefit from working with a financial partner that is big enough to offer you all the products you need and small enough to genuinely care about you and your family.

“We work hard to build life long relationships with all of our members. PenFinancial credits our strong relationship skills to our co-operative principles. Guiding and supporting the financial well-being of our members is second nature to us.”

Cheryl Nourse — Heritage Branch