Caltech Employees Federal Credit Union, the exclusive financial institution serving the Caltech community, has appointed John Meeker as president and chief executive officer.
Meeker, currently serving as senior vice president and chief financial officer at CEFCU, will assume the role of president and CEO starting April 2. He will succeed Rich Harris, who announced his retirement in April 2023 after 38 years of outstanding leadership as president/CEO of CEFCU.
“The board of directors is excited to announce John Meeker as our new president/CEO. John is an experienced credit union executive whose expertise, commitment, and passion have been critical factors in the success of our credit union,” said John Patterson, chair of the board of directors. “I know that John’s leadership will be invaluable as we continue to provide outstanding value and service to our members.”
Patterson further emphasized, “His extensive financial knowledge and skills have helped successfully guide CEFCU through challenging economic times with a high level of competence and professionalism that will ensure the ongoing success of our financial institution.”
Since 1999, Meeker has been a driving force in shaping CEFCU’s financial success, navigating competitive and volatile interest rate environments, as well as complex investment structures.
In addition to his financial stewardship, he has established and maintains important partnerships with entities such as the Federal Reserve Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank San Francisco.
His leadership has not only elevated CEFCU’s standing in the financial landscape but also has positioned the institution as a strong, stable, and secure organization.
As a key member of CEFCU’s executive management team, Meeker has significantly contributed to defining the strategic goals and initiatives that maintain our tradition of stability, security, and trust and embody the principles of superior financial value and unsurpassed member service.
Meeker received a bachelor’s degree in economics, as well as a master’s in finance and Accounting from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Madison, New Jersey.
Meeker’s new role marks a significant chapter in CEFCU’s journey, ensuring continued leadership, uninterrupted member service, and strategic direction under his skilled guidance.
First published in the January 18 print issue of the Outlook Valley Sun.
