Experienced HR leader will strengthen employee development to enhance member service and support organizational growth
Freedom Credit Union has named Jennifer McPherson as its new vice president of human resources. She brings more than 20 years of human resources leadership experience in the financial services and healthcare industries to the organization.
“Jennifer’s experience and leadership will help us continue investing in our employees, who are at the heart of the service we provide our members,” said Glenn Welch, president and CEO of Freedom Credit Union. “Her expertise will strengthen our organization as we continue to grow while remaining committed to delivering the personalized service our members expect.”
In her role, McPherson oversees recruitment, compensation, benefits, compliance and human resources operations. She partners with leadership to attract, develop and retain top talent while fostering a workplace culture that supports exceptional service for Freedom’s members.
Before joining Freedom Credit Union, McPherson served as HR operations manager and HR business partner at Farm Credit Financial Partners, Inc., where she managed compensation, benefits, payroll and employee relations. She also served as total rewards manager at Health New England and spent nearly a decade as an HR generalist at Pioneer Valley Federal Credit Union.
McPherson’s experience in talent development, organizational culture and strategic human resources will help Freedom continue attracting and retaining a skilled workforce dedicated to serving members and supporting the communities the credit union serves.
McPherson was recognized as a Credit Union Magazine Credit Union Rock Star in 2017 and holds SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certifications. A lifelong Western Massachusetts resident, she is active in community service initiatives focused on financial literacy, education and workforce development and is pursuing a degree in human resource management at Bay Path University.