Episodes 60
Avg. Duration 21m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (12)
Since Apr 2021
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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Western CUNA Management School (WCMS) is a 3 year educational/training program created to give credit union leaders a deep dive into the purpose and mission of operating a cooperative business model. The Frogcast was created to continue our unique WCMS education, to deepen our connection to the school, each other, and the credit union industry, and maybe spark a memory or two from our time on campus at Pomona College. In this podcast we interview the faculty and alumni of the school on the challenges and opportunities we face. Come along as we jump into a conversation of head and heart!

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Recent Episodes

S2026E56 Episode 56 - Bonnie Clapp and Cory McDaniel (February 2026)

Feb 27, 2026 24m

We are going behind the WCMS curtain today to hear from the school's two new administrative team members, Bonnie Clapp and Cory McDaniel. Bonnie's day job is as a Business Analyst for iQ Credit Union…

Episode 55 - Ben Greiving (January 2026)

Jan 26, 2026 22m

We are kicking off 2026 with a distinguished WCMS alumni, one of only a few to have graduated from the program with Highest Honors. Ben Greiving serves as General Counsel & Chief of Staff at…

S2025E54 Episode 54 - Scott Simpson (December 2025)

Dec 12, 2025 24m

The Frogcast is finishing 2025 strong with someone who's name has been in credit union news a lot lately. Scott Simpson, recently appointed President/CEO of America's Credit Unions, joins us to speak…

S2025E53 Episode 53 - Justin Martin (November 2025)

Nov 24, 2025 21m

Our November guest is Justin Martin, CEO of TAPCO Credit Union in Tacoma, Washington. Justin has served in this role for four years, but had previously served the industry in various executive roles…

S2025E52 Episode 52 - Michael Nagl (October 2025)

Oct 27, 2025 23m

This month we are joined by Michael Nagl, President and CEO for Centennial Lending, LLC. As a CUSO, which is a company owned by credit unions and for credit unions and its members, Centennial Lending…

S2025E51 Episode 51 - Gene Pelham (September 2025)

Sep 26, 2025 17m

This month's guest is an icon of the credit union movement. With a career spanning four decades, Gene Pelham has proven himself an impactful leader across the movement and within the halls of WCMS.…

S2025E50 Episode 50 - Erin Estelle (August 2025)

Sep 02, 2025 20m

We are fortunate to have Erin Estelle, Chief Marketing Officer at Valley Strong Credit Union, join us on the Frogcast this month. As a former collegiate and professional athlete, and with a previous…

S2025E49 Episode 49 - Darin Woinarowicz & Stefanie Villalobos (July 2025)

Jul 25, 2025 22m

Today we have a double-hitter as both Darin Woinarowicz and Stefanie Villalobos joining the Frogcast. Darin serves as the President & CEO at Arrowhead CU, and Stefanie as the AVP of Philanthropy…

S2025E48 Episode 48 - Marlene Nielsen & Elise Schexnayder (June 2025)

Jun 13, 2025 19m

Our June episode is a two-for-one, as we have two credit union leaders and recent graduates of WCMS for you. Marlene Nielsen is the Payments Manager at Granite CU and Elise Schexnayder is the…

Business Partner Frogcast (Thom Back - Performance Trust) - May 2025

May 15, 2025 26m

Thom Back, Director of Education and Client Insights and Analytics at Performance Trust, joins the Frogcast to discuss the current economic landscape and its impact on credit union margins and ROA.…

Episode 47 - Melia Heimbuck (April 2025)

Apr 18, 2025 24m

Melia Heimbuck, President & CEO of the Credit Union Association of New Mexico, joins the Frogcast this month. Melia has served multiple leagues in her career, and as Principal of Risk Management…

Episode 46 - Ronaldo Hardy (March 2025)

Mar 28, 2025 23m

This month we have the amazing Ronaldo Hardy on the Frogcast! Ronaldo has served in multiple prominent positions within the CU industry including CEO of multiple credit unions, owner of CU Strategic…

Business Partner Frogcast - Jim Stickley (Feb 2025)

Feb 07, 2025 27m

One of the WCMS’s long-time supporters, Jim Stickley, joins the Frogcast today to talk all things cyber security. Jim is the CEO of Stickley on Security, where he served as an identity thief (but he…

Episode 45 - Madeline Stewart (January 2025)

Jan 17, 2025 24m

Today we have Madeline Stewart, the President and CEO of Vida Credit Union, joining us on the Frogcast. She has served her credit union for nearly 25 years in multiple roles and with a passionate…

Episode 44 - Fidel Gonzalez (December 2024)

Dec 20, 2024 14m

December’s guest is Fidel Gonzalez, the President and CEO of First Imperial Credit Union and a proud member of the 1999 Phi Class of WCMS. Among many accomplishments, Fidel has led his low-income…

S2024E43 Episode 43 - Danielle Bridges (November 2024)

Dec 04, 2024 19m

This month’s guest is none other than Danielle Bridges, SVP of Capital Markets and Mortgage Lending at Vantage West CU in Tucson, Arizona. Her impressive and unique set of responsibilities spans…

Episode 42 - Chad Bollinger (October 2024)

Sep 20, 2024 21m

We are fast-tracking the publishing of today's episode given the timeliness of the topic. On the Frogcast today we have Chad Bollinger, CFO of Credit Union of Colorado, to talk about yesterday's 50…

Episode 41 - Bebe Souvannavong (September 2024)

Sep 11, 2024 23m

A first for the Frogcast, today's guest is a very recent graduate of WCMS. Bebe Souvannavong only graduated from WCMS in July, along with her Phi class of 2024. In the real world, Bebe is the VP of…

Episode 40 - Ken Senus (August 2024)

Aug 14, 2024 19m

Today we are joined by Ken Senus, currently serving as the 9th President and CEO of St. Mary's Bank - the oldest credit union in the country. In his career he has led core conversions, M&A…

Business Partner Frogcast - Paul Bean (July 2024)

Jul 22, 2024 18m

In support of those organizations that support WCMS and its alumni, the Frogcast will occasionally introduce our audience to the organizations that provide us with both financial and operational…

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