CUA creates two new senior roles
Credit Union Australia (CUA) has created a new head of products role and appointed Jason Murray to drive the maintenance, performance and development of new products.
At the same time, Julie Taylor has been appointed to the newly created role of state manager for New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia.
Murray’s appointment was announced by CUA’s group general manager for strategy and marketing, Andrew Hadley, who said Murray is “experienced in product innovation and development through senior positions in marketing and business development”.
Taylor has over 30 years of experience working at a ‘big four’ bank, most recently focusing on leading branch developments, driving sales performance and acquiring strong brand presence.
CUA’s group general manager for distribution, Darrin Northey, said he is pleased with Taylor’s appointment.
“Her role as state manager will help to further outcomes in sales support, business expertise, customer service and staff engagement,” Taylor said.
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