America First Credit Union

Riverdale – October 14, 2026 -- America First Credit Union's Board of Directors has selected Chief Financial Officer Missy Key as President and CEO, effective March 1, 2027, to succeed Thayne Shaffer, who will retire after 38 years with the institution.

Key becomes the sixth CEO in America First's history

Key has spent 38 years at America First, holding progressive roles in accounting and finance. Most recently she served as executive vice president and CFO. In that role she worked with the executive leadership team on strategic direction and on strengthening the credit union's financial position, according to the announcement.

Succession follows two mergers and growth to nearly 1.7 million members

The appointment comes after a year in which America First merged with Meadows Bank and Greater Nevada Credit Union. Membership has grown to nearly 1.7 million.