BIG SPRING, Texas — Cosden Federal Credit Union, a $37 million institution, named Laurie Barraza as its new president and CEO, effective June 1, 2015.
Barraza formerly served as vice president of Big Spring Education Employees Federal Credit Union, where she was responsible for lending, marketing, collections, compliance and human resources.
Barraza holds a bachelor's degree in business marketing from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin in Odessa, Tex. She is also a graduate of the Southwest CUNA Management School.
"Laurie brings a lot of positive energy, familiarity with our community, and excellent experience in credit union management, said Edward Moughon, chairman of the search committee that found Barraza. "I think this is an excellent opportunity for Laurie and the credit union to grow and advance together. The Cosden board is confident our members will find her responsive to their needs."
