Defend Against Fraud and ID Theft at Redwood Credit Union's Free Shred-a-Thons
Santa Rosa, Calif., May 9, 2025 -- A crucial step in protecting against fraud and identity theft is to securely dispose of sensitive documents and electronic waste (e-waste). Redwood Credit Union (RCU) offers North Bay residents the opportunity to do this for free at the credit union’s annual Shred-a-Thon events held throughout the North Bay. “Our Shred-a-Thons are a commitment to both our communities and our planet,” says President and CEO Brett Martinez. "By continuing to help people securely dispose
Redwood Credit Union Elects 2025-2028 Board of Directors
RCU volunteer officials named for three-year terms, 2025–2028 Santa Rosa, Calif., May 5, 2025—Redwood Credit Union recently re-elected volunteer board members Judy Herrerias-James, Lisa Wittke Schaffner, and Rod Dole. RCU’s board of directors sets the credit union’s strategic direction and policies. Because credit unions are not-for-profit cooperatives, RCU’s board is comprised of RCU members who serve voluntarily and are elected by the membership. Re-elected for three-year terms
RCU celebrates small business growth—in May and every day
May is Small Business Month; Small Business Week is May 4-10 Santa Rosa, CA – As Redwood Credit Union (RCU) marks 75 years of service, it’s celebrating not just its own history but the stories of the small businesses that helped shape the community alongside it. One such company is Hog Island Oyster Co. Like RCU, Hog Island is deeply rooted in community—it’s celebrating its 42nd anniversary—while also focused on building strong relationships and a sustainable future. According to Hog Island founder and
Redwood Credit Union welcomes Debbie Ingle Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending
Napa, CA – Debbie Ingle recently joined Redwood Credit Union (RCU) as senior vice president of Mortgage Lending. In her new role, Ingle will oversee RCU’s mortgage lending strategy and lead the mortgage lending team. With over 30 years of experience, Ingle led mortgage lending teams at Solarity Credit Union and Alaska USA Federal Credit Union, now Global Credit Union, where she was the president of their mortgage and title companies. She also held senior leadership roles with Newfi Mortgage Lending in
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Gwen Oldham as Vice President of Community and Social Impact
Napa, Calif.– Gwen Oldham has been hired as the new vice president of Community and Social Impact at Redwood Credit Union (RCU). In her new role, Oldham will provide leadership, guidance, and oversight of RCU’s community and social impact programs, including the RCU Community Fund (RCUCF). Previously, Oldham was the director of corporate social responsibility at AT&T, where she led the strategic development and operational execution of national social impact programs to help narrow the digital divide and
