Ep. 23: Brent & James: The Cooperative Trust's Bookends (Part 1)

Focus on The Cooperative Trust: The episode features Brant Dixon, founder of The Cooperative Trust, and James Marshall, its current manager. They discuss the Trust's role as a community hub for passionate credit union professionals and its success in engaging the younger generation.



Origins of The Cooperative Trust: Brent shares the program’s inception story, highlighting how a simple idea to bring young people into the credit union space evolved into a vibrant community. His initial desire to address the absence of youth representation at industry eventshas grown into a nationally recognized program.



Community Evolution and Vision: James elaborates on the Trust's growth, emphasizing the shift from limited membership to broad inclusivity. The focus has expanded to foster mentorship, leadership development, and community-driven initiatives within the credit union ecosystem.


Impact and Future Outlook: Both Brent and James express gratitude for the Trust's impact and envision its evolution guided by community-driven goals. They emphasize a commitment to enabling and empowering others while reflecting on the influence of individual contributions within the community.