Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: The Paramount Theatre, 30 Center St, Rutland, VT 05701
Please join us for our 70th Annual Meeting! Stay tuned for additional information. RSVPs are required at the link below.
Board of Director Nominations
There are three Board of Director positions up for election. The Nominating Committee, in accordance with the Heritage Family Credit Union bylaws, has nominated the following individuals:
Paul Carroccio
Paul has been a Heritage Family Credit Union Board Member since 2020 and was elected to serve as Board Chair until April 2026. He is currently a Managing Broker at TPW Real Estate and a member of the Vermont Futures Board. Paul lives in Dorset, VT, with his wife, two sons, and their dogs, Nellie and Yogi. In his free time, he enjoys flying airplanes, music, being outdoors, traveling, the performing arts, and spending time with his family.
Gwen Flewelling
Gwen has been a Heritage Family Credit Union board member since 2017 and was elected to serve as Treasurer until April 2026. A Certified Public Accountant, she is currently a Partner at O'Brien Shortle Reynolds & Sabatka where she manages the firm’s accounting and auditing department. Gwen was named a VT Business Magazine Rising Star in 2015 for her commitment to business growth, professional excellence, and involvement in her community. She lives in Rutland Town, VT, with her husband, daughter, and their dog, Oakley. In her free time, Gwen enjoys knitting, quilting, and baking.
Chris Gomez
Chris joined HFCU in 2023. As the President and CEO, Chris is responsible for the overall strategic direction of the Credit Union. He collaborates with the senior leadership team to define that direction and liaises with the Board of Directors to ensure an all-in approach to growth and success. With 22 years’ experience in the financial industry, Chris considers one of his greatest strengths to be motivating and empowering his teammates to be successful. His passion for the credit union spirit, keen focus on the people behind HFCU, and visionary approach to sustainable growth are hallmarks of his leadership. A father, husband, and avid golfer, Chris resides in Manchester, VT.
Nominating Board Members by Petition
Members who wish to nominate someone for a Board position may do so by submitting a petition. The petition must be signed by at least 1% of the total membership, with a maximum of 500 signatures.
All petitions must be received by the Nominating Committee no later than April 3, 2026. For questions or for a copy of the petition, contact marketing@hfcuvt.com.
Please note: If the number of nominees equals the number of open Board positions, there will be no ballot election and no nominations will be accepted from the floor.