Sowmi Krishnamurthy's affiliation with 1166 FCU started 46 years ago. As we continue to celebrate our 90th year, it's exciting to highlight a story from someone who's been a member for more than half of our existence!
What led you to join 1166 FCU?
As a young engineer in 1980 at Mobil's Paulsboro Research Laboratory I saw value in joining the Credit Union, which was then Mobil Research FCU 1166 run for the benefit of Mobil employees.
What are some important moments or financial milestones in your life where the credit union played a role?
After 10 years at Paulsboro, I was transferred to Mobil's HQ in New York. Subsequently, I moved with the company to Fairfax, and later to Singapore as part of the Trading group's expansion in the Far East. Following the merger with Exxon I moved again to London to head up the newly formed Marine Fuels marketing group in EMEA. Throughout this period, the one constant was my relationship with the Credit Union as my primary US bank.
It is run by an excellent team of people with very capable leadership who were able to respond to my banking needs, despite the numerous time zone differences. Following my return to the US recently, I have been actively working with Mike and his team on wire transfers and payments, including some complex transfers overseas that Mike handled very efficiently and effectively.
What makes this credit union different from other financial institutions?
From the beginning I valued the fact that the CU is run with member input for the benefit of members.
It puts members at the heart of its decisions.
If you had to describe the credit union in three words, what would they be?
Trust, Integrity and Efficiency
Finish this sentence: “During my time as a member, this credit union has been…”
...immensely helpful, particularly as a financial services anchor during my career around the world!
What would you say to someone considering becoming a member today??
It's an organization that puts customers first...
