Steve O’Connell

President & CEO
CALIFORNIA CREDIT UNION
Credit Unions

President & CEO of California Credit Union Steve O’Connell leads a financial institution that grew to exceed $5.3 billion in assets and 200,000 members during 2025. Under his guidance, the credit union achieved record loan production and a member satisfaction score of 97.3% while integrating advanced AI technologies through its dedicated innovation department. O’Connell oversees the California Credit Union Foundation, which contributed over $815,000 in 2025 to support local educators, military families and community programs. He has directed more than $2.5 million in community investments over the last five years, including $455,000 in college scholarships and $225,000 in teacher grants. He also serves on the board of trustees for the Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens and the CEO Council of the Credit Union National Association.