Life at LGFCU and Civic
We're committed to building better communities through personal contacts, conversations and connections. What drives us? It's simple: We serve our members with passion and compassion. And no matter what our role, we know our work makes a difference in the lives of North Carolina families.
Our leadership
Dwayne Naylor
Chief Executive Officer
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David D’Annunzio
Chief Financial Officer
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Sherry Bear
Chief Administrative Officer
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Neal Chaloupka
Chief Lending Officer
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Lamar Heyward
Chief Marketing Officer
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Don Larsen
Chief Human Resources Officer
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Dayatra Matthews
Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel
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Ashley Ruffin
Chief Impact Officer
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Sandy Steward
Chief Technology Officer
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Pete VanGraafeiland
Chief Member Experience Officer
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Culture
Our teams share the ideals of giving back to our communities and prioritizing our members. These values are reflected in the way we work and the pride we feel whether we get together at the office, work remotely, or attend member events in our communities.
“Not only does the culture here value your personal family, they want you to get to know and enjoy your fellow employees as well.”
Bryan, SVP, Legal Services/Deputy General Counsel
“The culture within my department is one that promotes discussions, collaboration and teamwork. As a group, we push each other to be the best we can be for our members.”
Kayla, Marketing Operations Manager
"Our collaborative culture translates into serving the member. I feel I have a voice here, and my strengths are celebrated, which lets me know I’m an essential part of the team."
Abdullah, Senior Collections Specialist
“It's great being a part of an organization that promotes a learning culture where professional development is highly encouraged and supported.”
Darian, Community Impact Manager
Diversity
While we have a lot in common, there isn’t one "typical" employee at LGFCU and Civic. Our teams are representative of the diverse population of North Carolina: people who grew up here and people from away, western barbecue lovers and eastern barbecue lovers. We celebrate our diversity, treat one another fairly and welcome the chorus of voices across both organizations. After all, it’s our differences that make us stronger.
“It is always an amazing feeling to be able to go to work and feel accepted in every aspect. I take pride in working for an organization that not only strives to provide a diverse work environment but also takes pride in it. I believe that diversity creates innovation and allows us to work together more efficiently.”
Gaby, Civic Advisor, Asheville
“It is so beneficial to work in a diverse environment that’s reflected in our membership base. For me diversity is essential in day-to-day interactions and it helps me to be more knowledgeable about life in general.”
Lauren, Director, Engagement Strategies
