People's Credit Union Names Eric Schifrine as Head of Finance and Risk

Seasoned Finance Professional Brings Experience Leading Strategic Growth Initiatives
 
People’s Credit Union announced the appointment of Eric Schifrine as Head of Finance and Risk, succeeding Patricia Carlin, who announced her retirement this past December. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, Schifrine will oversee the Finance, Risk, and Financial Recovery departments. He will provide strategic and operational leadership for the credit union’s financial performance, balance sheet management, and enterprise risk oversight, while partnering with the leadership team to shape the organization’s overall strategic direction.
 
“I’m excited to have Eric join our Senior Leadership Team,” said Sean Daly, Head of People’s Credit Union. “Eric brings a diverse professional background and perspective that combines disciplined financial stewardship, thoughtful risk management, and an inclusive leadership style, aligning closely with our purpose and our commitment to employees, members, and community impact.”
 
Mr. Schifrine has more than 25 years of experience leading financial operations, strategy, and risk functions for both large global institutions and regional credit unions, most recently serving as Chief Financial Officer at New Bedford Credit Union. Earlier in his career, he held senior leadership roles at AXA, Equitable, and Maestro Health. In addition to his professional experience, Mr. Schifrine serves as a part-time lecturer at the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, where he teaches Corporate Finance.

 


Eric Schifrine, Head of Finance and Risk at People's Credit Union

ABOUT PEOPLE’S CREDIT UNION
Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Middletown, RI, People’s Credit Union is a purpose-driven, member-owned, state-chartered, community credit union that serves as a catalyst for positive change in the community through its member engagement and community support. Known for its wide array of personal banking and business banking products & services, including personal, mortgage, and business lending, membership is open to all individuals. All deposits are insured up to $250,000 by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), an agency of the federal government. For more information visit www.peoplescu.com.